Wi-Fi: What is the FritzBox encryption is the Right one?
In addition to any encryption WPA, WPA/WPA2 and only WPA2 is available. We will give you a brief Overview, which is the safest encryption and what makes you different from the other methods.
- Unencrypted: This is the setting you should use in any case. Thus, it is data a kids thieves game of your private data. They could also be for illegal activities, held responsible if someone uses your Wi-Fi network.
- WPA is the successor of WEP. The was considered unsafe and, therefore, significantly improved. But WPA is no longer of this time.
- Currently, WPA2 is considered the safest encryption. The successor of WPA is considered very secure and should be set as the default for you.
- WPA/WPA2 mixed set the only problems with devices that do not support WPA2.
FritzBox-Encryptions
FritzBox-encryption in a few steps
The FritzBox is considered to be particularly user-friendly. In a few steps, you have set the encryption:
- First, open your FritzBox-interface in any Browser. Note that your Computer must be connected via Wi-Fi or with a LAN cable to the FritzBox.
- You may need to enter the password for the FritzBox.
- Select in the menu on the left side of the "Wi-Fi" and then "security".
- Then, you can under "wireless mode" to set the desired encryption. At best, you should set this to WPA2.
- Under "wireless network key", enter your encryption password. This should include at least 20 characters, the best mixed of Numbers and letters. Note make sure that our tips for a secure password.
- Do not forget to save your input with a click on "Apply".
Encryption setting
In another practical tip we have for you the best tips to WPA2 encryption are summarized.
