Home Network Security Simplified

Chapter 1. Tip 1: Use Firewalls

Threat Type: Connection based, software based

Examples of Threats:

• Unauthorized access to your home network or a computer on your home network through your Internet connection

• Unauthorized installation of software programs onto a computer or device on your home network

• Unauthorized access by a computer or software program to the Internet, exchanging unintended information

• Using compromised computers on your home network as anonymous sources for launching attacks on others

Our Tips:

• Install a stateful-packet-inspection firewall between your broadband Internet connection and home network.

• Install personal ...

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