Wireless Networking service is spreading rapidly. Service providers are reaching into rural areas, and the number of subscribers is growing at a remarkable rate. The inherent risk of unknowingly downloading malware, spyware, virus code or other harmful agents is greater than before. Unfortunately, the risk factor will increase in proportion to the increased bandwidth you now have.

Maintaining current Antivirus, Firewall, and Spyware solutions is the only answer and is key to a trouble-free computing environment. All service providers will issue a temporary IP address before your connection to the Internet will commence. It is during these active sessions when you are at risk.

Cable Modem Troubleshooting - Shared bandwidth, always on technology. The session length that you are connected to your provider can be rather lengthy, even though you're not actively browsing. Extended exposure of having a leased IP address, will increase your risk factor. Installing a router in your network will afford you extra protection.

ADSL Troubleshooting - (Digital Subscriber Line) The subscriber will connect to the providers central office via your copper pair wiring. This technology will connect via a PPPoE session and is what I term "always available" versus "always on". Installing a router in your network will afford you extra protection.

VDSL Troubleshooting - (Very High Bit Rate Digital Subscriber Line) - is an access technology that exploits the existing infrastructure of copper wires that were originally deployed for POTS services. It can be deployed from central offices, from fiber-fed cabinets located near the customer premises, or within buildings. This technology is now offered in the Houston, Texas metro area.