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Smart Home, Dumb Security: The IoT Invasion

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When Tim's smart fridge starts ordering 500 pizzas, he learns why default passwords on IoT devices are a hacker's playground.

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Secure Your Smart Devices

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Change ALL default passwords immediately after setup with strong, unique credentials

2

Keep firmware updated and enable automatic updates when available

3

Create a separate guest network for IoT devices to isolate them from computers and phones

4

Disable unnecessary features like remote access if you don't need them

5

Research device security before purchasing - choose brands with good security track records

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