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Hackers breach US firm over Wi-Fi from Russia in ‘Nearest Neighbor Attack’
Russian state hackers APT28 (Fancy Bear/Forest Blizzard/Sofacy) breached a U.S. company through its enterprise WiFi network while being thousands of miles away, by leveraging a novel technique called “nearest neighbor attack.” The threat actor pivoted to the target after first compromising an organization in a nearby building within the WiFi range. The attack was discovered on February 4, 2022, when cybersecurity…
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Smart Appliances Could Expose Your WiFi to Hacking Risks
Earlier this year, Consumer Reports researched how long appliance companies like GE, LG, and Samsung tell their customers they’ll keep their appliances’ software updated. This is important because security experts are constantly finding and fixing vulnerabilities in software—along with supplying new features—that’s why your phone and laptop get regular updates for years after you buy them. The CR researchers looked…
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Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro review: Making the most out of Wi-Fi 7
Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro: Specs Wi-Fi specification: BE30000 (802.11be)Number of antennas/removable: 12/NoPorts: One 10 Gbps WAN input, one 10 Gbps and three 1.0 Gbps LAN, USB 3.0Processor/memory/storage: Quad-core 2.6GHz/2GB/256MBWi-Fi chip: Broadcom Peak 802.11ax performance: 2.620 Gbps (at 15 feet)Maximum range: 100 feetSize: 8.4 x 6.9 x 2.8 inchesEstimated annual electricity cost: $61 (for router and satellite) Using a pair of…
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This Netgear Orbi 6E Wifi Mesh System Is $500 Off Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Netgear Orbi RBKE963 Wifi 6E Mesh System, now down to $989 from $1,499.99, is designed for big spaces—like really big, 9,000-square-foot kind of spaces. It includes a router node and two satellite nodes, all in an aesthetic white finish…
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How to Add Wi-Fi to a Desktop Computer
Wi-Fi is becoming more common in desktop computers, but not all desktop PCs have it. Add Wi-Fi and you can connect to the Internet wirelessly and host Wi-Fi hotspots for your other devices. This is a simple, inexpensive process. Buy the right little adapter and you can even take it with you, quickly adding Wi-Fi to any desktop you come…
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These 6 Tips Could Help Fix Slow Wi-Fi on Your Windows PC
Are you experiencing slower-than-expected Wi-Fi speeds on your Windows PC compared to what your plan should deliver? If so, these tips might help you fix slow Wi-Fi on your Windows PC. Adjust the Router Location When a technician installs a router, they often place it along a wall near the power supply, typically in one of the far corners of…
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How to Keep Your Windows PC Secure on Public Wi-Fi
Many people underestimate the security risks associated with public Wi-Fi. They are typically unencrypted and leave your devices vulnerable to all sorts of cyber threats. If you often use public Wi-Fi, here are some steps you should always take to keep your PC secure. 1 Protect Your Connection With a VPN Using a VPN is one of the most effective…
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The iPhone 17 might use Apple’s own Wi-Fi chips
Apple’s journey to making its own wireless chips has been a long one, but the end might be in sight. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo posted on X that Apple’s switch to its own in-house Wi-Fi / Bluetooth chips will start with the iPhone 17 in the second half of next year. Kuo also agrees with 9to5Mac’s report that the iPhone SE…
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How to check browsing history on a WiFi router
Local networks can see the websites you visit every time you use the internet. Network admins know how to find the history of a wifi router. This creates serious privacy risks. In this guide, we explain how to check browsing history on a wifi router and stop it from happening to you. Many wifi routers store logs of the websites…
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Can you see internet search history on your WiFi bill?
If you’re wondering whether you can see your internet search history on your WiFi bill, the simple answer is no. Your ISP bill shows your internet connection details but does not include a breakdown of your browsing history or the websites you visit. Your bill includes information such as how much data you used during the billing period, but it…
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