In a time where digital devices influence our daily lives, it is normal for households to have multiple smart home devices. Statistics show that each person owns at least three devices, with North Americans owning an average of nine. It is critical to understand that having a large number of devices and users on a single network could present serious issues. If a single device becomes infected, the entire network can be compromised. Certain measures must be taken to limit the implications and reduce the likelihood of cyberattacks.
Here are three essential cybersecurity tips for securing smart home devices and safeguarding your network.
Update software: It’s critical for security that you keep the firmware and software on your smart devices updated. Updates are released by manufacturers to address vulnerabilities, fix issues, and occasionally add new features. If you don’t update your devices, hackers may be able to take advantage of known vulnerabilities on them.
Automatic update features are available on many devices; if they are, you should activate them. Without the need for human interaction, automatic updates make sure that your
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