• Changed the SSID from the default provided by the manufacturer.
• Changed the default router password to a much stronger and more robust password. This password is changed every six months.
• I have strengthened my home Wi-fi encryption to Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA 3) as it is more secure and less vulnerable to brute force attacks compared to the previous WPA and WEP versions.
• I have set up VLANs to separate my wired and wireless devices within the network.
• A separate VLAN for the guest network with configured rules to prevent any device connected to communicate with any other devices in other VLANs.
• Another VLAN is used for my TV and printer.
• A separate VLAN is also used for my personal devices.
• I keep the firmware of the router up to date to make sure that I am not vulnerable to any exploits. I have also enabled automatic updates on the router. I also make sure to follow any news regarding my router brand and model to make sure that my router is always secure from any outbreak of a severe attack.
• I also have the router's firewall enabled to protect the devices connected to your network from intruders on the internet.
• I have also changed my router's default IP address so that it is not easy for hackers to find it as the default IPs are sometimes also available online.
• I have also disabled remote access to the router and only enable it if I might need to connect to it remotely.