Fourth, enable MAC address filtering
Welcome to Tip #4, in my 5 Part Series on Securing your Wireless Network.
If you’re really concerned about your wireless network, there’s a way to bump up the security even further…
When you begin to set up your wireless router and Wi-Fi access points, you should notice a feature called, “MAC Address Filtering.”
MAC, in this instance, doesn’t mean Apple Computer, it’s the “Media Access Control” address, and every network adapter has a unique MAC address.
This feature is usually turned off by default. In order to improve your wireless security, it is recommended that you enable MAC address filtering.
Without enabling MAC address filtering, anybody can join your network if they know the network name (also called SSID). When MAC address filtering is enabled, the router performs another check to see who is trying to access the network.
Once MAC address filtering is enabled, if someone tries to join your wireless network it compares the MAC address of that person with the administrator’s list of who is allowed on the network.
Basically, you’re telling your wireless router only to allow certain computers have matching MAC addresses.
If you need help enabling your MAC address filters, visit YourComputerHelpDesk.com, we’re here to help you!
Have a great day,
Buddy
PS – If you’re a reader, be sure to check out the “Guide to Wireless Network Security” to learn even more!
