Below are some pointers to secure your linksys router:
- Change the default password of the router. By default it is
admin. Changing the default password will prevent unwanted users from accessing the setup page of your router. Click
here for the steps.
- Change the default SSID or network name. This will allow you to identify your wireless network. Click
here for the steps.
- Disable SSID broadcast. This will prevent other users from detecting your wireless network. Click
here for the steps. Take note: You will need to manually enter the SSID on your wireless adapter to connect.
- Enabling wireless security on your router. This will require a security key before you can connect to the wireless network. Click
here for the steps.
For additional security to your wireless networks, you may refer to this
link.
Hope this helps! Happy Holidays!
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