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Unknown computer (called Thomson)appears on my network.

I can get no information about it.  I have never actually set up a network as I only work on one computer.  I would like to be able to delete this intruder and I am worried about the significence of it being there
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WEP is NOT SECURE. Do NOT use WEP.

Secure your wireless network NOW properly...

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/How-do-I-know-if-a-wireless-network-is-secure

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Set-up-a-security-key-for-a-wireless-network

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-are-the-different-wireless-network-security-methods

Personally I use WPA2-Personal [WPA2-PSK (AES)] and a 63-character random ASCII key to protect my wireless network at home.

http://theillustratednetwork.mvps.org/LAN/SoHoWirelessSecurity.html
MS-MVP Windows Expert - Consumer
"When all else fails read the instructions"

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Last updated January 5, 2023 Views 2,098 Applies to: