Wireless network connections may be convenient but you need to know that this is less secure than cable network connections. 
If you do not implement proper safety measures, other people can utilize your connection or even hack your computer. Do not fret because there are things you can do to ensure that your computer and files are safe.
You would have to secure your network transmission. This could be done through Wired Equivalency Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) or Wi-Fi Protected Access-2 (WPA2). If you are using an older operating system, it might only work with the WEP which is the oldest among the three. Usually, the WEP keys are 40 bits to 104 bits long. Newer operating systems already use either WPA or WPA2 which can support longer key length. The passphrase that you will use as keys should be something that can not be guessed by others. That way, your network connections will be available only to you and others who know the keys.
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It is also important to disable the broadcast SSID or Service Set Identifier to secure your network connections. The SSID is an information that comes from the router. Allowing transmission of such information may allow hackers to locate it through their own computers and that would give them access to your accounts and personal data. You can also set the network name to something that can not be easily identifiable.
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Make sure also to change the default username and password for your router. If you do not do this, it is like sending out an invitation for people to utilize your wireless network connections. Change it to a name that is not related to you and your entire family. The password should be really unique too.
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