When choosing the security mode for your router, I would go with WPA2 - often listed as WPA2-PSK (AES) - and only switch to mixed mode if you have an ancient device that won't connect to your WPA2-protected network. Many routers offer a mixed mode of WPA and WPA2 so that older devices that pre-date WPA2 can connect to your network, but WPA2 has been around for more than 10 years so I'd wager that most, if not all, of your network devices are compatible with WPA2. It uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm that is more secure than WPA and its TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) algorithm. WPA2 improves upon WPA by using a stronger encryption algorithm. WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a 256-bit encryption protocol that is more secure than the older, weaker WEP standard that uses 64- or 128-bit encryption.
With a password set on a modern router, you are most likely using WPA or WPA2 encryption. If you set a strong password for your router, then you've taken the first step of securing your network rather than leaving it open for anyone to access. Choose a password - or better yet, a passphrase - that you'll remember but isn't too easy to guess. On Xfinity's site, I clicked Edit WiFi to change the name of my Wi-Fi network and set a new password. Log into your account and look for a section for Network or W-Fi settings.
To change the username and password, you'll need to log into your provider's website or mobile app. The general points here should translate no matter who you use as your internet provider, but some details may slightly differ. Here are some pointers for setting up your new Wi-Fi router that will have you browsing safely and speedily in no time. If you recently moved into a new home or apartment, one of the first items near the top of your long to-do list is likely: Call your cable company (or local ISP) to get the internet up and running.
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