Netgear WNDR3300 Manual Do Utilizador

Safeguarding Your Network

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The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Router WNDR3300 provides highly effective security 
features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. 

This chapter includes the following sections:

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Unlike wired networks, wireless networks allow anyone with a compatible adapter to receive your 
wireless data transmissions well beyond your walls. Operating an unsecured wireless network 
creates an opportunity for outsiders to eavesdrop on your network traffic or to enter your network 
to access your computers and files. Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g/n wireless 
networks at ranges of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside your immediate 
area to access your network. Use the security features of your wireless equipment that are 
appropriate to your needs.

The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security 
settings and router placement. 

Stronger security methods can entail a cost in terms of throughput, latency, battery consumption, 
and equipment compatibility. In choosing an appropriate security level, you can also consider the 
effort compared to the reward for a hacker to break into your network. As a minimum, however,