Most IT pros realize that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is insecure. Transmitted in clear text across a network, Telnet traffic basically publicizes any login usernames and ...

I’ve given a few tips for ways to configure your router, and a reader asked how to log into a specific model. If you act as your own IT department, that basic step may be the only thing keeping you ...

When you set up multiple routers on a network, designate the router that connects to the Internet as the gateway and the other routers as routers. Configure the gateway with a WAN and LAN address, ...

Want to protect every device in your home with ExpressVPN? This guide explains the advantages of using ExpressVPN on a router and shows you how to get set up. An ExpressVPN router setup allows you to ...

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a necessary tool for every network administrator. You can easily configure it with just a few commands. SNMP is still the most popular way to monitor ...

Knowing how to install and configure a router in the best way never hurts. Therefore, here we give you step by step instructions on how to properly connect your router, change Internet and Wi-Fi ...

Asymmetric digital subscriber line, or DSL, uses telephone lines to transfer data to and from computers. Businesses can set up a wired or wireless network on an ADSL connection to avoid cabling in ...

Q. An answer in the Jan. 4 column said "consider using a router . . . (it is) a very effective firewall when used correctly." Is there a simple way of confirming that the router is being used ...

If you've got an old printer gathering dust because it doesn't have Wi-Fi, you can bring it back to life by connecting it to ...

Most IT pros know that using Telnet to manage routers, switches, and firewalls is not exactly a security best practice. Instead, the accepted alternative to Telnet's lack of security is Secure Shell ...