Tag: router

What is a default gateway, and how can you find its address?

The default gateway is the access point between your home network and the rest of the internet. It facilitates a smooth internet experience, but people often forget how important the default gateway and its role in configuring the effective network security measures is. In this article, we explore what a default gateway is and how…
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May 13, 2024 0

Как получить статический IP-адрес

Статический IP-адрес применяется при получении удаленного доступа к устройству и для повышения безопасности сети. В большинстве операционных систем получить статический IP-адрес совсем не сложно. В этой статье приводится пошаговое руководство по получению статического IP-адреса во всех популярных системах, а также через маршрутизатор. Зачем нужен статический IP-адрес? Статический IP-адрес применяется в системах удаленного доступа, таких как…
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May 7, 2024 0

Port forwarding: What it is and why it’s risky to set it up

Port forwarding can be a powerful tool to unlock new functions on your router, but it can also open serious security vulnerabilities. While NordVPN does not support port forwarding, it’s worth learning what it is and why it’s sometimes used. So what is port forwarding and how can you set it up? What is port…
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March 15, 2024 0

How to update your router’s firmware: A universal guide

Installing the latest firmware update on your router may seem like something you’d have to do yourself, but most routers have an update process that keeps their firmware automatically upgraded. However, it’s still good cybersecurity practice to look at your router’s settings from time to time and ensure that it’s always running the new firmware…
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March 11, 2024 0

Was ist UPnP (Universal-Plug-and-Play) und ist es sicher?

UPnP hilft dir, Geräte schnell und ohne manuelle Konfiguration mit deinem Netzwerk zu verbinden. Es kann aber auch Hackern den Zugang zu deinem Netzwerk ermöglichen und deine Geräte gefährden. In diesem Artikel erklären wir die Vorteile und Risiken von UPnP und wie du dich schützen kannst. Was ist Universal-Plug-and-Play (UPnP)? UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)…
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February 27, 2024 0

O que é o UPnP e porque deve desativá-lo de imediato

O UPnP ajuda-o a ligar rapidamente dispositivos à sua rede sem configuração manual. No entanto, também pode permitir que hackers entrem na sua rede e ponham os seus dispositivos em risco. Neste artigo, explicamos-lhe quais as vantagens e os riscos do UPnP e o que pode fazer para se proteger. O que é o UPnP?…
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February 25, 2024 0

O que é o SSID e como encontrar o seu?

SSID significa “Service Set IDentifier” (Identificador de Conjunto de Serviços) e é o nome da sua rede Wi-Fi. Se abrir a lista de redes Wi-Fi no seu portátil ou telemóvel, verá uma lista de SSID. Os routers sem fios ou pontos de acesso transmitem SSID para que os dispositivos nas imediações possam encontrar e apresentar…
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February 19, 2024 0

How to set up a VPN on your router

Installing a VPN app on your smartphone, laptop, or tablet is a great way to enhance your security and privacy. However, if you want to protect your whole network and especially devices that don’t support VPN functionality, you can install a VPN on your router. In this article, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of…
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January 12, 2024 0

Apple TV에 VPN을 설치하는 쉽고 빠른 4가지 방법

Apple TV는 집에서 프로그램을 시청하기에 좋지만, 다른 온라인 스트리밍 서비스 및 도구와 마찬가지로 보안 관련 우려점이 있습니다. 다행히도 Apple TV VPN을 사용하면 이러한 문제 중 일부를 해결할 수 있지요. Apple TV(또는 기타 와이파이 연결 홈 미디어 장치)에 VPN을 설정할 수 있다는 사실을 알고 계셨나요? 애플티비 VPN에 관련된 유용한 정보를 이 글에서 알려드릴게요. 목차 Apple TV용…
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January 4, 2024 0