This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Natasha Ramzan
Given the current high regard of internet security, few people concern themselves with dangers posed by wireless internet connections. Even though Wi-Fi gives one easy convenience, it opens network to many risks such as hacking, unauthorized access and data breeches. I knew that changing from wireless connection would immensely enhance data protection and instill confidence to people that use sensitive information.
Here’s how a wired internet connection could help safeguard your data:
1. Minimised risks associated to hacking and other forms of unlawful access
Wireless networks are by nature are more susceptible to hacking attacks as compared to wired networks since signals are transmitted through the air. Interference is achievable by the hackers on these signals if the network is not adequately protected using encrypted technology such as WPA3. Nevertheless, wireless networks are vulnerable to such type of attacks as brute force or man-in-the-middle.
Another type of internet connection is the hard-wired which is done through cables physically connected. This makes it quite impossible for a hacker to interrupt your connection without first getting hold of the network cable, which in any case, is out of the question. By removing the wireless signal it is one of the many easy ways hackers find their way into the system.
2. Enhanced Encryption
While Wi-Fi networks depend on encryption systems to protect data transfer wired connections provide an additional level of security. Using a wired connection the data transmitted can only be intercepted if the wire has been tapped and this is much more secure than radio signal for instance. If you are dealing with highly confidential information for example financial transactions, patients’ information, or organizational information a wired connection will ensure your information authenticity and security.
3. Fewer Network Interferences
Data transmission when done through Wi-Fi connectivity may be interfased by physical barriers, other electronics equipment or even neighboring networks. These disruptions can give openings which can lead to exploitation of the available break in your connection by bad practices. A hard-wired internet connection does not experience such kinds of interferences because data is transferred through cables and is clean, consistent and secure.
4. Control Over Device Access
In the case of Wi-Fi networks, it is challenging to avoid having strict checks that some devices connect to your network. However, even though people are encouraged to ensure they use very strong passwords, it is always possible for strangers to establish connection with other people’s networks especially when people are in common places like business centers and housing estates.
Wired internet gives more control since only those pieces of equipment that are directly connected to the internet through Ethernet or fiber optic cable can access your information. This prevents opportune or unauthorized devices from connecting to your network and therefore your sensitive data are safer.
5. Reduced possibility of unreliable Access Points
Wireless networks also have many security issues that include; host, rogue access points, and protocol. It can be configured by bad guys to pose as your network to the users, and therefore those unauthorized gadgets may be connected to rather than the actual network. As I have mentioned, with a hard-wired connection, there is no signal that would be compromised so there are no more black sheep such as the rogue access points. All exchanges have to happen over a wire and is virtually impossible for anyone outside your network to install spoof networks within your system.
6. Perfect for Secure Environments
FOR companies and industries which engage in sensitive and secure information transfer including of health, finance, government or military nature, hardwired internet connection is the ultimate solution. Some secure environments even adopt the wired only policy in order to eliminate any wireless signal which may be intercepted to control the flow of information securely.
7. Reduced Risk of Eavesdropping
Occasionally, Wi-Fi signals can go beyond the walls of your house or workplace and so a third party can monitor your network activities from outside your compound. This is a big security concern especially for companies dealing with sensitive information such as bank details or company’s information. One disadvantage of using a wired internet connection is eradicated completely because the data is transmitted through wires hidden from the unauthorized persons’ access unless these persons have physical access to the wires themselves.
8. Less Dependence on Passwords
The maintenance of Wi-Fi networks has a major security concern which involves passwords which as we all know can be cracked easily if they are weak or exposed. However, they as well not a hundred percent secure even if one uses a very strong password. In contrast, hard wired internet connections don’t incorporate the use of passwords in the same manners. The physical connection offers its own level of security to it thereby reducing the possibilities of being tapped off by an individual.
9. Perfect For Business and Work from Home
Modern processes of making work remote increase the issue of data security. In organizations where employees need to communicate securely especially when it comes to transmitting corporate information in an organization, hard wired internet is more secure since it cannot be easily hacked as compared to wireless internet. Companies who opt for wired connections are able to cut down on cases of corporate espionage, hacking and hackers because one is unable to access the wiring and network without physical access.
10. Stronger Data Integrity
Wireless connections such as Wi-Fi has a tendency to experience packet loss because of interference or weak wireless signals which results to an incomplete sending or receiving of packets or data packets or files. Such connections can be said to offer far reaching benefits from connection reliability, where clients can be assured that their data would seldom be corrupt during transfers, backups or online work. This is more important especially for those industries that rely heavily on statistics and any inconsistencies may lead to huge losses.
Conclusion
Wi-Fi offers people the comfort of using wireless networks while the wired internet is more secure because hackers can’t penetrate the hard-wired networks and that makes it the best for anyone who wants to protect their data from hackers. From door hacking to reduced encryption and Device access, which is essential to personal, business or sensitive information, then wired connection can greatly protect all.
With the increasing cases of hacking, loss of sensitive customer information and personnel’s information, it is imperative to safeguard the flow of information by insisting on a hard-wired connection to the internet. In situations where individuals are working from home, or corporations require protection of their data then wired internet security provides such details that can make a huge difference in protecting information.
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Natasha Ramzan
Natasha Ramzan | Sciencx (2024-09-19T11:41:01+00:00) How Wired Internet Could Save Your Data Security. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2024/09/19/how-wired-internet-could-save-your-data-security/
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