Make Your Wireless Broadband Secure

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After you have set up your wireless broadband connection correctly, you need to make sure it is secure. While a broadband wireless network is not susceptible to solid objects and does not require wires, it can be affected by other people who know. If you don't make your network secure, it will allow neighbouring homes to have access to your broadband internet connection and data. This article will show you how to make your home and small business networks more secure.

To help protect your network against  Cisco España    unwelcome access, there are a few easy steps you can take:

Your wireless router can be used as a wired router or disabled wirelessly. Connect a cable to your router and the device you want to use.

Your router's security features (wireless/modem), must be turned on. They are often turned off by default.

You can create a personal name (SSID) for your network. This allows you to quickly find your network, even if there are many wireless devices around.

To secure your network, use encryption (WPA/WPA2/WEP). If you don't have WPA/WPA2, only use WEP.

You should also make sure encryption is enabled on all wireless adapters you use to connect to devices in your network.

If children have access to the network, you can use parental controls.

All connecting devices must have Firewall and Antivirus software.