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The trick everyone wants: How to connect to Wi-Fi without entering the password?

The trick everyone wants: How to connect to Wi-Fi without entering the password?

Tricks to connect without asking for the password.

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Nowadays, having an internet connection has become essential. Knowing that requesting the Wi-Fi password can be inconvenient , there's a very practical method that will allow you to connect without having to enter it on your mobile device. How can you achieve this?

iProfesional, a technology-focused site, addressed this issue and revealed two options that can help: 1. Using a QR code: You can connect by scanning a QR code through your cell phone's connection settings. The QR code can be generated by the host in a visible location, or you can also request it from someone already connected to that network.

(See more: This error in Colombia could end up with 8 years in prison: if you make purchases, ask for an invoice) 2- WPS - Protected Wi-Fi Configuration

To activate it, you'll need to press the WPS button on your home router. Then, open your phone and tap the WPS connection option in the settings to connect to the internet.

"The WPS protocol is being phased out for security reasons , as it has vulnerabilities that can be exploited by third parties," the aforementioned outlet clarified.

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What is WiFi?

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What is WiFi?

Proofpoint, a company dedicated to biosecurity issues, explained the name of this concept on its website, which has recently become very common around the world. "It's a contraction of the English term Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) , it's a wireless network technology that allows electronic devices to seamlessly connect to each other on a network using radio frequencies," they stated. (See more: It's official: Colpensiones announced an important change as of June 16.) This network allows you to connect to multiple devices without the need for cables, unlike Ethernet ports. While access to it has become more widespread over the years, security concerns have increased, as third parties can appear on public networks and steal your personal data.

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