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Setting up a secure wireless home network

David Johnson

07 Jan 2022 — 1 min read

Setting up a secure wireless home network is important because it helps protect your personal information and devices from being accessed by others. Here are some steps you can follow to set up a secure wireless home network:

Choose a strong password: Choose a strong, unique password for your wireless network. This will help protect against unauthorized access to your network. For more information read my blog post on password management
Enable encryption: Enable encryption on your wireless network to help protect the data that is transmitted over the network. There are several types of encryption that you can use, such as WPA2 or WPA3. If possible use WPA3. It is currently the most secure. Do NOT use WAP and if you are not using WPS turn it off if possible.
Use a firewall: A firewall is a security system that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. Enable a firewall on your wireless router to help protect against external threats.
Enable guest access: If you want to allow guests to access your wireless network, consider setting up a separate guest network with a unique password. This will help protect your main network from being accessed by unauthorized users.
Use a VPN: A virtual private network (VPN) is a secure connection that can be used to access the internet. Consider using a VPN to help protect your personal information and devices when accessing the internet over a public wireless network.

By following these steps, you can help protect your home wireless network and the information and devices that are connected to it. It is also a good idea to regularly review and update your security measures to ensure that they are effective and to stay up to date with the latest threats.

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