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When creating passwords, use at least 12 characters, combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols. Using a passwordmanager can help you generate and store complex passwords without remembering each one. Updating firmware on devices like routers and smart home gadgets is also important.
Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated passwordmanager apps. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware.
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The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a passwordmanager.
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