Why I Disabled WPS on My Router (and You Should, Too)
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Summary
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) was designed to allow users to easily connect devices to Wi-Fi networks without the need to remember or enter a password.
The process is usually achieved via a button on the router or a dedicated WPS menu option.
However, the ease of use that this feature provides also makes it potentially dangerous, as it allows unwanted users to connect to your network just as easily.
This could potentially allow malicious actors to gain access to your network, leading to malware injection, traffic sniffing and other problems.
It is recommended that you disable WPS on your routers, as this is a potential security risk.
The exact method for turning off WPS depends on the make of your router, but you will normally be required to access the router settings, which is most commonly done through a web portal.
You will first need to find out your router’s IP address before inputting this into your browser to access the admin portal.
You will then need to log in, after which you can disable WPS and save the changes.
