October 19, 2007, Newsletter Issue #88: Wireless Internet Access Security
Tip of the Week
It's so easy to set up a wireless Internet network with an off-the-shelf base station like the Linksys or AirPort that people often forget about ISP security considerations. When setting up a wireless base station, it is important for you to change the default password. You should also turn on encryption. The reach of these base stations is often farther than you expect, and it's pretty common for people to be able to see your network from the street or a neighboring apartment. Keychain wireless network detectors are on the market, and they enable crackers to discover wireless networks unobserved. If such a cracker gets into your wireless network, it could conceivably make it possible for her to see all of your private information. Using encryption and safe passwords will protect you.
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