10 Tips to Secure Your Home Wi-Fi: Keep Hackers and Freeloaders at Bay
Securing your home Wi-Fi network is like putting a lock on your front door—but with fewer keys to lose. Follow these 10 tips to keep hackers and freeloaders at bay, starting with a strong Wi-Fi password and a centrally placed router. Remember, even the best locks aren’t foolproof, but they sure help!
Hot Take:
Who knew that your Wi-Fi password needed to be stronger than your coffee? Apparently, setting “password123” isn’t going to cut it anymore. Look out, neighbors – my Wi-Fi fortress is impenetrable, and my new password is longer than a CVS receipt!
Key Points:
- Place your router centrally to confine your Wi-Fi signal within your home.
- Create and frequently update a strong Wi-Fi password.
- Change default router login credentials and enable firewall and Wi-Fi encryption.
- Create a guest network for visitors and IoT devices.
- Use a VPN, keep your router updated, disable remote access, and verify connected devices.
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