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Why You Need a Router for Your Wireless Internet

For all of its uses and benefits, using the internet exposes you to many potential security risks including theft and identity fraud. It’s important to take necessary measures to ensure your system is protected so you don’t become another victim of computer hacking. One of the best ways to protect your wireless system is with router hardware. Not only can routers saving you money by allowing you to connect to the Internet from multiple computers without having to pay for a wireless subscription for each computer, but they also increase the security of your system. Most routers today have a built in firewall, which basically makes your computer invisible on the Internet. Without this protection your IP address is exposed and you are extremely vulnerable to hackers. Read the rest of this entry »