WiFi

Consumer Reports recommends setting up a guest WiFi network to enhance digital privacy and security, prevent malware spread, and improve network performance. This feature, available on most routers, allows guests internet access without connecting to the primary network and can be configured with password and bandwidth limits.

A Rogers salesperson visited a residence in Sunridge, Letbridge, AB, offering improved WiFi services. The salesperson required IMEI numbers to switch plans, prompting suspicion from the resident's partner. The resident proceeded cautiously after verifying the emails seemed legitimate and no financial information was requested.

Target implemented a new app feature allowing drive-up workers to unlock store doors via WiFi, reducing re-entry delays by 30 seconds per use. This solution saves an estimated 350,000 labor hours annually across 2,000 stores, addressing a frequent pain point for employees handling online orders.

A seller claims they sold a working Xbox Series S, which was delivered on June 25th, but the buyer later requested a refund, alleging issues. The buyer provided a recent diagnostic report, though the seller insists the console was functional until two weeks prior and properly packaged.

A 59-year-old maths teacher attempted to access pornographic content more than 100 times using a girls' school's WiFi. The incident highlights unauthorized use of school resources for inappropriate purposes.

A person received two voicemails over a year apart featuring a creepy, human-sounding voice saying their first name in a disturbing tone. The voicemails, which originated over WiFi and could not be traced by their phone carrier, are suspected to be part of a scam.

A friend received a voicemail from someone claiming to be a police officer investigating a case involving their WiFi exposure to a Discord server containing an illegal video in November. The caller provided a case number linked to the police department, but the number appears inactive. The friend denied involvement and requested the case be closed.

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