How do I change my connection to secure?

How to make my internet connection secure?

Ugh, internet security. It’s a headache, isn’t it? I always worry about someone snooping.

So, on my phone (Android, it’s a Pixel, got it last July), I use Chrome. I went into settings, found “Privacy and security” – it’s buried in there somewhere.

Enable “Always use secure connections”. That’s the key thing. It’s like locking your front door, you know?

There’s an option to get warnings for dodgy public Wi-Fi, which I turned on. I got burned once at a coffee shop, “Free Wi-Fi Cafe” on Bleeker St, back in March. Cost me $15 for a latte AND a new credit card. Never again.

Short answer: In Chrome settings (Android), go to Privacy and security and enable “Always use secure connections”. Pick your warning settings too.

How do I make my Wi-Fi secure?

Ugh, remember last year? My neighbor, Gary, a total tech wiz, helped me out with my Wi-Fi. It was a nightmare. My internet was so slow, and I suspected someone was leeching off my connection. I felt violated, you know? Like someone was snooping.

He, Gary, said I needed a stronger password. Seriously strong. Like, a twenty-character monster with numbers, symbols, the whole shebang. He also stressed the importance of WPA3 encryption. I’d been using some ancient, weak encryption. No wonder my Wi-Fi was a mess.

Then the firewall. Turns out, I had it completely disabled! Idiot. Gary activated it; he even showed me how to configure it. It’s a bit technical, but it gives me a lot more peace of mind now. Don’t even get me started on the router settings. They were a mess. Seriously.

He also made me disable WPS. Apparently, that’s a huge security risk. Who knew? Learn something new every day, right? And yes, I updated the firmware. That was a pain in the butt. Absolutely crucial for security updates, though. My router is a Netgear Orbi, by the way. Gary also recommended a VPN for public Wi-Fi, but I haven’t gotten around to that yet. Too complicated for me.

• Strong password (at least 20 characters, mix of upper and lowercase, numbers, and symbols)
• WPA3 encryption
• Enabled firewall
• Disabled WPS
• Updated router firmware
• Consider a VPN for public Wi-Fi (still haven’t done this)

It’s better now, thank goodness. Much faster, and I feel a lot safer. My Netflix streams actually work now, without buffering every two seconds. That was the worst part. Everything’s smooth. So much better! It was a complete overhaul, and a much needed one, for sure.

How do I make my Wi-Fi a trusted network?

Ah, Wi-Fi, that digital umbilical cord. Making it “trusted” is like teaching a cat to fetch. Possible, but requires finesse, and a healthy dose of wishing. Here’s your guide, sans catnip, to router domination:

• Automatic updates: Enable them. Really. Imagine your router as a perpetually adolescent AI, always needing the latest firmware fashion to avoid cyber wedgies.

• Unused features, begone!: Like that bread maker I bought in 2023, some router features are dust collectors. Disable WPS. Who even uses that anymore? Seriously.

• Password power: Strong passwords. Obvious, yet so often ignored! “Password123” is basically a welcome mat for hackers. Think of it as naming your puppy “Killer.” Teasing, I know.

• SSID Shenanigans: Ditch the default SSID. “Linksys” screams “I haven’t updated my router since Y2K!” Choose something boring. “PublicWiFi” maybe? People are strangely trusting.

• WPA3!: Use it. If your router supports WPA3, for heaven’s sake, use it. It’s like trading in your rusty bicycle for a Tesla. A slight upgrade, wouldn’t you agree?

But wait, there’s more! Because why stop at the bare minimum?

• MAC address filtering: Consider MAC address filtering. Adds another layer. It’s like having a bouncer at your digital door, checking IDs. Although, slightly annoying when you forget your ID.

• Guest Network: Isolate your guests onto a separate network. Prevents them from snooping around your digital living room. Keeps Uncle Jerry from accidentally deleting your tax returns.

• Router Placement: Your router’s location affects signal strength! High and central is ideal. It’s like setting up your Wi-Fi’s command center, overlooking its domain. Make it look cool.

Wi-Fi security is an ongoing battle. Stay vigilant, and remember, even the most secure fortress can be breached with enough dedication (and perhaps a well-placed bribe). Just kidding… mostly. Oh, and keep an eye on those firmware updates. They are important. Very!

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