In this post I will only be covering how you are connected to the interent, and most users are connected to the internet via a router and connected via an Ethernet Cable (Cat5/Cat6). It is definitely the best way to connect to the internet because when you use a router, it doesn’t normally expose your PC to the internet. By using a router, a user is reducing the risk of being vulnerable on the internet.
When you are using a Router, your PC is not directly connected to the Internet but the router handles the connection. Most routers nowadays have some sort of protection system by default. It is typically used when there are multiple computers sharing one Internet connection.
Cable and some DSL providers only give their users an Ethernet Modem, in some case a USB modem. When you use such devices, you are directly connected to the Internet and your computer is exposed unless the PC is fully configured and there is a Firewall present to block all the unwanted activities. It is recommended to use a router with the modem to minimize the risk when you use the internet.
If you use an ADSL USB modem, I would recommend you to get an ADSL Modem Router and replace the USB Modem; and If you are using an Ethernet Modem, I would recommend you to get a Broadband Router and use it with the Ethernet Modem.
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