Digital service provider analysts said: RT about the dangers of handing out home internet to guests.
Experts noted that when connecting to the main home network, there is a risk of infection with a virus or malware that infiltrates the guest’s device, for example, after working on unsecured sites.
Representatives of the digital service provider Dom.ru reminded that for such purposes there is a guest network that allows devices to connect to a Wi-Fi network in safe mode. To connect it, you need to open the router settings and enable the function.
As experts explain, this method means that guests can access the internet through a separate Wi-Fi channel and cannot see other devices and data on the main home network, ensuring the protection of homeowners’ personal data and devices. Some router owners can also limit speed, manage traffic, and adjust guest network access times through settings; This minimizes risks and protects data and connection security.
Experts also recommended not only setting up a guest network, but also regularly updating the software of the router and devices connected to the network.
at the end of october reportedThat Russian mobile operators Tele2, Megafon and VimpelCom (Beeline brand) plan to return to their subscribers the opportunity to distribute Internet traffic from their phones for free.
Before that, cancel such fees for Big Four operators compulsory Russian Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS). The regulator considered that operators impose unfavorable terms of the contract on the provision of communication services to subscribers by setting fees for distributing Internet traffic from subscriber devices.
Formerly in the State Duma offered Imposing a ban on mobile operators in favor of subscribers.
Source: Gazeta
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