2-7-3 Wireless Security

Unlike the previous chapter, which dealt with advanced settings you normally don't need to change, this chapter is of great importance. It explains how you can protect your wireless network from unauthorized access.

It's very important to program the wireless security settings properly! If you don't, freeloaders may use your Internet connection without your knowledge or, worst case, hackers may gain access to your network to steal data; e.g., bank details, credit card information, etc.

Click 'Security Settings' in the 'Wireless' menu on the left, then follow the instructions below to set the wireless security settings:

Please select an encryption method from 'Encryption' dropdown menu. There are four options:

2-7-3-1 Disable wireless security

When you select this mode, data encryption is disabled, and every wireless device in proximity will be able to connect your wireless router if no other security measure is enabled (like MAC address access control - see section 2-7-4, or disable ESSID broadcast).

Only use this option when you really want to allow everyone to use your wireless router, and you don't care if someone reads the data you transfer over the network without your consent.

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