Set Up a Secure Home Office Network

A router older than 4–5 years is a security risk.

Look for:

• Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E
   
• WPA3 security
   
• Automatic firmware updates
   
• Guest network support
   

For best signal:

• Keep it high (not on the floor)
   
• Avoid walls and metal surfaces
   
• Place it centrally in your workspace
   

If you work far from the router, consider:

• A mesh Wi-Fi system
   
• A powerline adapter
   
• A wired Ethernet connection
   

Change these settings immediately:

• Wi-Fi name (SSID): avoid your name or home address
   
• Wi-Fi password: strong and unique
   
• Admin password: NEVER leave default credentials
   

Disable:

• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
   
• Remote admin access (unless required)
   

Keep home traffic (TVs, smart devices) off your work network.

A “Work Only” network helps:

• Improve speed
   
• Reduce security risks
   
• Separate personal and professional usage
   

Every device should have:

• Built-in firewall (Windows/macOS)
   
• Antivirus or endpoint protection
   
• Automatic system updates
   

This protects you from malware and unsafe websites.

Use:

• OneDrive
   
• Google Drive
   
• Dropbox
   
• iCloud
   

Set it to auto-backup so you never lose files.

Book a session and we can configure it remotely or onsite.

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