Tag Archive for: router

If I connect to my own router, will I also get the security from my home computer?

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I have a home based computer, and a router so I can connect my laptop to my internet.
If I have safely connected my laptop to my router, will I also get the security on my laptop that I have on my home computer?
I have cogeco, and I want to know if it would also go on to my laptop since their connected.

How does a router add extra security to your computer?

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I only have one computer and its hooked up in the modem so how would a router give me extra security?

Why is a router important for computer security?

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My teacher disabled his anti-virus. He got several exp extension viruses (don’t know what they are either). someone told me that because he didn’t have a router he was more susceptible to them. please help me understand.

How do I install Verizon Internet Security Suite off the verizon disc I got with my router?

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I have Verizon DSL, and have access to their internet security through the disc i got w/ my router. The problem is, my computer wont run the disc, so I cant install anything. How the hell do I run the disc on a Dell 530 with Vista?