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Hi,
I have just setup security for my Linksys WRT54GSV4 router with firmware version 1.05.3
Question
1) Is WEP 128bits 26 hex digits encryption good enough?
2) How do i change the login username & password?.
3) If i enable wireless mac filter - how do i find out the IP address of my wireless laptop?
Best Regards
I haven't had a Linksys router but the ones I've used seem to be very similar.Quote:
Originally Posted by djweiser
1) Good enough for what? Are you going to be connecting to the military?
2) That's normally the first thing that you would do; it's what's recommended and usually the page that you get taken to when you logon. Surely there's a link to it?
3) Turn off the MAC filter then check what devices are connected. Your laptop's MAC will appear in the list if it's connected.
I still don't use any encryptions, too lazy:P
and yes, even a 64bit encryption will keep those thieving neighbors from stealing your signal.
But even a 128bit or better encryption probably won't stop a dedicated hacker, and again what are the chances of that happening near your house.:no2:
If you are really worried about stopping hackers, you should use TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) or AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), as key providers for WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) or WPA2, assuming your router supports them.
It's probably over the top for home use though.
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Originally Posted by Seedler
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