High Speed & Security: Can Your Network Have Both?

You’ve gathered friends and family to stream a movie or TV show, and just as you’re all gazing towards the screen—the image freezes, perpetually loading. Or imagine a worse scenario: you open your laptop to find your information has been hacked. Both situations are different yet unfortunately common occurrences. Technology and the internet are both a blessing and a curse; obtaining information and entertainment is easier than ever, but it brings about new frustrations, too.

If you’re hoping to optimize your network’s security and speed, you may think you have to choose one or the other. But in our blog, we’ll demonstrate how a home network services company can help your Carmel, Indiana-area home reach the connection you deserve.

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Wired, Wireless, or Both?

Choosing a wired or wireless network depends entirely on how you’ll be using your network. If you are only connecting a few laptops and a smartphone for internet access, you may be fine with a single 802.11n wireless router. If you work remotely and need to access a corporate network, you’ll require a good router with VPN passthrough.

Assembling a whole-home audio system with smart devices and streaming video to multiple locations? You’ll want a reliable infrastructure like a wired network. While Wi-Fi is convenient, it isn’t ideal for lots of media streaming and moving big files across the house. If you like the convenience of Wi-Fi for laptops and phones, you may want to consider a combination of Wi-Fi and an ethernet cable.

Establish Network Security

It’s crucial to be aware of cybercriminals that can easily use it to sneak into your home’s devices, one potential danger of a wireless network. While using your system for important data or documents, remember to protect yourself from data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other threats. For this reason, it may be wiser to use a wired network for Internet of Things devices. But besides setting up a strong password, your Wi-Fi can be further secured with network encryption. Additionally, keeping your router’s software up to date and with a firewall is an effective precaution, which a professional network provider can help you with. If you live in the Indianapolis area, Digital Home Design has you covered.

Faster Service

Despite Wi-Fi’s convenience, a wired ethernet still outperforms wireless network speeds. But if your wired network connection is still not running as fast as expected, your hardware might not support the data transmission rate required. With upgraded cables, modems, or routers, you’ll enjoy much lower-latency connections. If your home does use a wireless network, your Wi-Fi’s efficiency will improve by placing your router in an open space free from physical barriers. To achieve fast networks in all areas of your home—and outdoors too—opt for a wireless range extender or additional access point.

Ready to boost your home’s network speed and security? Digital Home Design is your key to both. Give us a call at (317) 816-1400 or contact us here!