Chapter 2. Tip 2: Secure Your Wireless Network

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Threat Type: Access based

Examples of Threats:

• Passers-by getting free Internet access

• Hackers getting access to your computer files

• Hackers “listening” for passwords and other private information

Our Tips:

• Turn off SSID broadcast.

• Use WEP or WPA encryption.

• Change the default password on your router.

• Turn off the ad-hoc networking function.

• Make sure your NIC does not unintentionally roam to someone else’s wireless router.

It is pretty likely that you are currently (or will soon be) using a wireless networking device in your home. Wireless is great for all the flexibility it affords ...

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