SECURE YOUR HOME NETWORK
Home Wi-Fi that isn’t locked down leaves untold amounts of personal data vulnerable, and a quick, two-step checkup can go a long way toward minimizing risk. For starters, home Wi-Fi should be accessible only with a password — otherwise cybercriminals can see any information sent or received. Another vital security check: What kind of data encryption is used by the network? Most experts recommend Wi-Fi Protected Access 2, or WPA2. If it’s not listed as an option, consider upgrading to a new router.