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Your wireless internet service brings the world into your home, giving you access to an almost endless variety of businesses, conveniences, and people from across the globe. As the internet becomes an increasingly crucial part of daily life, securing your connection is more important than ever, especially with the growing prevalence of identity theft. Below are a few reasons to lock down your Wi-Fi network, if you haven’t already.

3 Reasons to Secure Your Wireless Internet Service

1. You Could Be Blamed for Illegal Activity

internet serviceIf your neighbor or even someone in a vehicle outside uses your network, any activity they participate in online will likely be associated with your unique IP address. So if police go looking for an online bully, someone distributing illegal pornography, or an identity thief, they could start by knocking on your door.

2. Preventing Identity Theft

An unsecured Wi-Fi network makes it much easier for identity thieves to access your sensitive information, download viruses to your computer, and steal your files. Once they have your data, they can impersonate you in a staggering variety of ways, including opening accounts in your name, participating in a bullying campaign, or using your credit card number online.

3. Your Login Information Could Be Stolen

The best password in the world may be effectively useless if the network you use to log in isn’t properly secured. Thieves can easily scoop up data sent over unsecured Wi-Fi networks, giving them access to your email and bank login details, along with anything else you sent over the network. Once unscrupulous people have access to your email, there’s almost nothing they can’t do.

 

For over a century, TSC has provided homes and businesses throughout Wapakoneta, OH, with the cutting edge in telecommunications technology, from crystal-clear phone service to fast, fully secured WiFi networks. Learn more about their wireless internet service offerings online, follow their Facebook for regular programming updates, or call (419) 739-2200 to sign up today.

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