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N150 Wireless Router WGR614v11 User Manual
Table 2. Other Features That Enhance Security
Security Type
Restrict access based on MAC address.
Modify your firewall's rules.
Use the Push 'N' Connect feature (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup).
Description
You can restrict access to only trusted computers so
that unknown computers cannot wirelessly connect
to the WGR614v11 router. MAC address filtering
adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your
network by the general public, but the data broadcast
over the wireless link is fully exposed. This data
includes your trusted MAC addresses, which can be
read and impersonated by a hacker.
For more information, see Restricting Wireless
Access by MAC Address on page 36.
By default, the firewall allows any outbound traffic
and prohibits any inbound traffic except for
responses to your outbound traffic. However, you
can modify the firewall's rules.
For more information, see Understanding Your
Firewall on page 39.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup provides easy setup by
means of a push button. Older wireless adapters and
devices might not support this. Check whether
devices are WPS enabled.
For more information, see Using Push 'N' Connect
(Wi-Fi Protected Setup) on page 31.
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