Check Your Router and Make Sure It’s Hacker-free You’re doing everything right – using good security software, a strong Wi-Fi network password so you’re safe, right. Well– most likely. Hackers are nothing if not innovative and they can break into a router using what’s known as DNS-hijacking. And if your router is compromised, so are all… Read More »
How to Find the Default User Name and Password Of Almost Any Router New routers all come with the information you need to access the router. Some have no passwords at all, but most have default usernames and passwords you can use to access the router’s settings and features. Every router brand we know of urges… Read More »
Here are some tips you can try if you experience problems with your cable or DSL connection. Connection TCP/IP problems can be really hard to troubleshoot. And sometimes your connection may quit for no apparent reason. This can be frustrating, especially if you’re not sure what to do when it happens. First, make sure your ISP is not… Read More »
Dellen is fearful of leaving the broadband modem turned on 24/7/365 I recently changed from dial-up to broadband & have been told that I should leave the external modem on 24/7. I have always felt insecure about this, in spite of the three anti-spyware programs & the antivirus. My ISP claimed that my intermittent inability to connect &… Read More »
If you’re using a home wireless network, you really should consider securing with WPA2 security. There are many videos on the web showing anyone can make a high-gain Wifi antenna with a Pringles can, a copper wire, and a couple of nuts and bolts and grab wireless signals from 1/4 to 1/2 mile away from an open router.… Read More »
Bona lost her wireless (router) security key I have forgotten my security key for my wireless and want to use it on my netbook. How do I find out what this key is? Thanks. Our Answer Here is an easy way to recover your wireless router security key, and it works well most of the time. It’s called… Read More »