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How Can You Boost Your Wi-Fi Connectivity?

PSafe Newsroom — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:00:25 +0000

There are few things in modern life more frustrating than a slow Wi-Fi connection. Luckily, there are a few different ways that you can improve your Wi-Fi so that you no longer experience lagging or crashing. Before you try some of the below methods for boosting your Wi-Fi connection, you should first use the Wi-Fi Check feature. Click here to check the status of your Wi-Fi:

Wi-Fi Check will check your network speed, download speed, DNS security, and network security to ensure that your Wi-Fi is behaving normally. You’ll be able to quickly see whether or not your Wi-Fi is working at the speed it should be. If it isn’t, try one of the below methods to boost your Wi-Fi connection.

Move Your Wi-Fi Router

Many people like to keep their routers hidden or on the floor, which can greatly interfere with your’s Wi-Fi’s signal strength. Your Wi-Fi router should be in a central position in your home, preferably on an open, top shelf that doesn’t interfere with the signal. Your router should also be located away from household appliances such as microwaves and telephones.

Reset and Update Your Router

If you want to improve your Wi-Fi connection, then you should make sure that your router’s software is up to date. You should also reset your router now and then, on a daily or weekly basis. This should help to clear up many of your connectivity issues. It’s also usually the first step that customer support asks you to take when you’re having Wi-Fi trouble.

Extend Your Wi-Fi Signal

If you live in a big home, then your router may not be able to reach certain parts of the home, no matter how much you try to find the perfect location. Consider purchasing a Wi-Fi range extender to boost your signal in rooms that are farther from the router. These usually cost anywhere between $20-$80.

Change the Antennas on Your Router

For the strongest Wi-Fi connection for all of your devices, your router’s antennas should be in a perpendicular position. This will help to boost the signal on your PC and mobile devices.

Get Acquainted with the Top 3 Wi-Fi Routers for 2017

PSafe Newsroom — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:00:27 +0000

While buying a good router is important if you want great coverage, be aware that even the best routers cannot guarantee that you will enjoy speedy Internet access at all times. If you want to ensure that you consistently get the high speed coverage you’re paying for, simply click below to use DFNDR’s Wi-Fi Check feature. It not only assesses your Internet speed, but also examines your DNS and network security to ensure that your router remains safe from worms, Trojans, viruses, hacks and other dangers as you engage in online activities. Click here to check your Wi-Fi connection:

There are so many Wi-Fi routers to pick from that it can be hard to know which one is the best choice. The following is an overview of the top three Wi-Fi routers for 2017 so you can see what the options currently are and determine which router is best for you. All of these options offer great speed and coverage, and are easy to set up and use.

Google Wi-Fi

Google Wi-Fi does have its downsides. It is not the fastest option on the market and only has limited control options. However, there are several reasons why this particular router is at the top of the list. Google Wi-Fi, unlike many other Wi-Fi routers in its class, specializes in offering far-reaching coverage throughout the entire house. It is extremely easy to set up, offers traffic prioritization functionality, and is one of the cheapest routers available.

Asus RT-AC88U

The Tri-band version of this particular router is literally one of the fastest routers on the market. It can handle heavy traffic in any setting without diminishing user speed or experience. In addition, it has eight external LAN ports and a USB port, and allows for multiple user input and output. It is quite pricey but its high cost is well worth it.

D-Link AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router

The D-Link AC5300 Ultra Wi-Fi Router has a lot going for it. It’s a tri-brand router and as such offers amazingly fast speed. It is also very easy to configure, enabling a user to customize settings without studying the manual beforehand. Furthermore, the router offers full house coverage to multiple devices using eight antennas to ensure that the entire home has high-speed Wi-Fi at all times. The only major downside to this particular router is that it will take up a lot of room on your desk.

A Majority of Home Wi-Fi Routers Are at Risk of Hacking

PSafe Newsroom — Thu, 09 Mar 2017 21:24:50 +0000

You may not give a lot of thought to the security of your Wi-Fi router. But technology and malware have evolved rapidly over the past few decades, which means that the security of your home router is much more important than it used to be. Think of all of the smart devices that you (and everyone else) have connected to your router now — a smart speaker or assistant, TVs, appliances, phones, tablets, and etc. If an insecure router can be easily hacked, then all of your smart devices are at risk of being hacked, too.

Then, think of all of the personal information and data that you have on many of these devices, such as account information, banking information, and other personal data. If your router isn’t properly protected, a hacker can easily gain access to all of this information and use it for malicious purposes. That’s why it’s important to make sure that your Wi-Fi router is secure. This can be accomplished through the following safe practices and regularly checking the security of your network. Click here to use DFNDR’s Wi-Fi Check to check your DNS and network security:

Is your router secure?

Recent reports have indicated that about 80% of home Wi-Fi routers are insecure. There are a few reasons that these routers are more susceptible to hacking. These include poor passwords, outdated models, lax consumer attitudes towards tech security, and manufacturers neglecting security concerns.

First of all, Wi-Fi routers aren’t secure by default. They are often made cheaply to be accessible, but that often means that manufacturers neglect the security of their routers. This goes for default passwords, too — few people actually change their password from the default password that comes with the router. This is a dangerous practice, because it makes it much easier for a hacker to guess your password.

Additionally, if people do change the password on their router, they often choose something easy that they can remember — something that can be easily guessed. Many use a password that’s related to their home address, phone number, or name.

Further, routers have changed a lot over the last several years. Many older models are not secure enough to be used today. They may not receive necessary software updates or security patches, which are crucial for any device connected to the Internet. If you have an outdated Wi-Fi router, then it’s time to get an updated model that is more secure. Not sure about the security or age of your model? Look it up online and see how it compares to other models in terms of security.