Wireless router security

A wireless router sounds so wonderful! And it is! Imagine working from anywhere within your residence without having to worry about a cable connection to the Internet. It's wireless.

You can run to the local retail electronic store and buy a wireless router. Connect it to your DSL modem and also to your computer, and in five minutes you could be up-and-running wirelesslsy. Many folks rush through the job to get their Internet connectivity working as quickly as possible. That's totally understandable. It's also quite risky as numerous security problems can result.

Take a few minutes to secure your wireless network. Here are the basics (no detail because you should check your installation manual or guide).

- update administrator passwords
- turn on encryption
- change the default SSID
- turn off (disable) SSID broadcasting
- place the router near the center of the residence rather than near exterior walls and windows

Enjoy your wireless environment.