My Home Network

[rich]

I didnt realize that I left my Network open for anyone to log into..I
have no password or encryption. The setup program led me to think that
I did. Its the first time I ever setup a network and I really didnt
know what I was doing security wise..I've had the network up for about
a year. Just added a computer to my network and it said would you like
to add the computer to your network and it said unsecured..I've very
concerned about this..Is there anyway I can change it to a secured
connection..Without re-setting up the entire network because that would
stink bad..

rich

 

[Chuck]

I didnt realize that I left my Network open for anyone to log into..I
have no password or encryption. The setup program led me to think that
I did. Its the first time I ever setup a network and I really didnt
know what I was doing security wise..I've had the network up for about
a year. Just added a computer to my network and it said would you like
to add the computer to your network and it said unsecured..I've very
concerned about this..Is there anyway I can change it to a secured
connection..Without re-setting up the entire network because that would
stink bad..

rich

Rich,

There are plenty of ways that you can secure each computer. Just remember, the
best security is between your ears, properly applied. Layered Security starts
with perimeter protection from a NAT router, and extends thru your keyboard.
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/05/please-protect-yourself-layer-your.html>

 

[Jack]

Hi
Home Network security might be divided into two aspects.

1. Securing the Network from the Internet.
This page describes some of the issues concerning Internet connection.
http://www.ezlan.net/firewall.html

2. Local security.
In order to help you in securing the Network locally you would have to
describe your Network hardware, configuration, and what do you mean by
"anyone to log into".

If you Network is Wire only people cannot Log On unless you let them plug
their wires into your Network.

If it is Wireless, the following might help:
http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html

Jack (MVP-Networking).