[Hidden-tech] Security and coverage for shared WiFi

[Chris Hart, MyMacTech.com]

Don, that's a good idea, but it's important detail that when set to Bridge mode, the comcast modem/router will only provide one IP address to the LAN (so it wouldn't work with 2 routers), unless you specifically pay for an additional IP address (which may only be possible with a "business" account).  Naturally, there is an additional fee for this (and if you have to go with business service, that will be more expensive than residential).

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> On Jan 9, 2016, at 10:42 PM, Donald M Stevens <dstevens at tryandfindit.com> wrote:
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> Duane,
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> You could use the single Comcast Cable Modem, turn off the WiFi, have Comcast set it as a "Bridge" (not a router)
> buy two Wifi routers, cable each into the Comcast Cable Modem, Now you have two separate networks without worrying about security. Of course different Network ID and passwords.
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> other option, I am not sure what the setting is, or if a Comcast Cable Modem / Router / WifI device has it.
> But I believe by default, one connected Wifi device is allowed to connect to the WiFi Router and go to the Internet or receive from the internet. It cannot communicate with other devices that are connected wirelessly. Again, I would have to go look at my Cable Modem to see what the setting is. I use my Comcast Cable Modem as a "Bridge" and a Cisco Router to configure all the Wifi, security, etc.....
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> Hope this helps,
> don
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