🔒Research your device needs and choose products that prioritize privacy and security.
🔑Secure your home network by updating passwords, enabling MFA, and using strong encryption.
📶Upgrade to newer Wi-Fi routers for better security and faster internet connections.
📱Choose devices from one brand to simplify management and reduce security risks.
💡Verify that devices have enhanced privacy features, physical mutes, and options for local storage.
How can I research and choose the right devices for my smart home?
—Research your device needs, read reviews, and look for products that prioritize privacy and security.
What are some basic steps to secure my home network?
—Update passwords, enable MFA, keep your router firmware up to date, and use strong encryption.
Why should I upgrade to a newer Wi-Fi router?
—Newer routers often have better security features and faster internet connections.
Should I stick to one brand when buying smart home devices?
—Choosing one brand can simplify management and reduce security risks.
What privacy features should I look for in smart home devices?
—Look for devices with physical mutes, options for local storage, and the ability to customize privacy settings.
00:00Introduction to the importance of protecting your smart home from hacks.
01:50Researching your device needs and choosing products that prioritize privacy and security.
06:15Securing your home network by updating passwords, enabling MFA, and using strong encryption.
10:58Upgrading to newer Wi-Fi routers for better security and faster internet connections.
14:55Choosing devices from one brand to simplify management and reduce security risks.
18:05Verifying that devices have enhanced privacy features, physical mutes, and options for local storage.
