Why To Turn Off Router When Not In Use

Network security has always been a major concern with all IT Support , Network Installation and Computer Support services companies. What measures can you take to start beefing up your network security while you're still building your know-how on how to mitigate threats against your network both from the Internet and from around your physical wireless perimeter

A simple but sometimes inconvenient measure that you can use is just to be conscious of network security always and to make it a habit to turn off the wireless router when it is not in use. Aside from saving a small amount in electricity cost, it will at least minimize the time that your wireless network is exposed to any unscrupulous person who may want to snoop on your network or use your Internet connection to access the Internet.

You don't have to plug and unplug from your convenient outlet every time you want to turn on or turn off your wireless router. Buy an extension cord with a switch for turning the electric power on or off and plug your wireless router to the extension cord. This way all you will need to do to power on or off your wireless router is to turn the extension cord switch on or off.