--- title: Online Security Without the Overwhelm description: No jargon. No drama. 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Rename your router login details The default username and password on your router are basically an open invitation. Change them. Even something like “bananafish\_92” is better than “admin”. ###### 2. Reboot your router every now and then We take care of firmware updates behind the scenes, but your router needs a little love. A restart helps apply updates and keeps things running smoothly. ###### 3. Use real passwords on your devices “Password123” is not a password. It’s a dare. Use different ones across your devices - and yes, write them down if you must (just not on a sticky note next to your screen). ###### 4. Turn on 2FA where you can Two-factor authentication might feel like overkill until you’re hacked. Then it feels like a lifesaver. Enable it on important accounts.   Online security shouldn’t make your head hurt. 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