As we know, in today’s digital world, that is discovered and invented by us. We are using the internet more and more in day to day daily life. We have Wi-Fi enabled airports, Wi-Fi schools, and colleges, and we are going to have Wi-Fi enabled cities also.

Wi-Fi has become part of our life wherever we go knowingly or unknowingly. But the use of Wi-Fi has security issues as it is easily accessible to everyone. So let us see how securely we can use Wi-Fi in our homes.

Wi-Fi Router is the primary device that provides us the wireless environment. It creates a wireless environment according to the range of the invention. It allows computers, laptops, mobiles, tabs, and other gadgets to have connectivity to the wireless network.

So any device or person in the range can connect to the router and get access to the resources. Some places we have a username and password for security. Despite having given the user name and password for safety, there are hackers and malware that can hack the router and get into the Wi-Fi network and access the resources.

There Are Few Tips For Using The Wi-Fi Router Securely.

1. Change The Passwords Regularly

We have to set the password for the Wi-Fi Router using the Wi-Fi Router settings. First, we should be familiar with Wi-Fi Router settings. We should use WPA2 security to access the router. This will ask the new user to enter the password to log in and get access.

It is advised to have a strong password with alphanumeric characters and special characters. We need to change the passwords regularly for 100 days once. This will keep us secured from strangers hacking the router to some extent.

2. Update The Wi-Fi Router Software

Firmware is the software used in Wi-Fi Router for its operation. This software controls the entire process of the router. So we need to update the router software regularly some routers automatically update by themselves some may not. So we need to check for regular updates and update the software manually if not done automatically.

The process of updating may vary from router to router. We may get the update alerts also, and the updating process is effortless. If we update the software, the bugs in the router will be fixed, and it is secured more.

2. Give Guest Network Access To Others

Some routers have the option of a guest network. Use this option. This will give access to others without giving the secured data to outsiders who log in through the guest network.

3. Keep Security In Our Mind

We have to keep safety in our mind before we do something before we install an app or software we have to be aware of the things it is getting access to. Especially in our mobile apps, we have to be more careful while installing unnecessary apps and they may cause unnecessary security issues.

4. Disable Remote Access, UPnP, And WPS

Universal Plug and Play is a feature that is available in routers to connect accessories like gaming controls and other devices to access the web without making any extra configurations. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) enables you to compare the new methods using the PIN code or push button.

5. Wi-Fi Security By Activating Network Encryption

Network encryption makes others not to see the actual data or information. It hides the data and converts it into another form in which the user cannot recognize the exact information.

6. Turn Off The Wireless Home Network When You’re Not At Home

It is better to practice to switch off or turn off the wireless home network when not in use or when we are not at home. There are other advantages when we turn off the wireless home network when not in use.

It also protects the device from not being damaged due to power fluctuations that may be due to a sudden increase or decrease in electrical power or thundering storms.

It may also cause power fluctuations, which will damage the system. Disabling or switching off the wireless home network will also reduce the harmful effects of electromagnetic radiation and reduce noise that is electromagnetic waves noise, which is detrimental for human beings.

7. Firewall

A firewall is a software or hardware some times that will give an extra layer of security.

The firewall protects us from cybersecurity attacks. There are many firewalls available in the market. There are some Wi-Fi Routers with built-in firewalls also.

8. Do Not Allow Remote Access

Routers allow only connected devices to have access. But some routers have the facility to access from remotely located systems also. This facility would give an unknown person to have access to the interface and may get the information of router settings and privacy information making it secure.

So it is better not to allow any remote access. It is better to disable this option of remote access.

Hence I would recommend the above-suggested measures or precautions for the Wi-Fi users at home for their security.