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features for homeowners. As IoT progresses we will see more products of this nature grow to
meet consumer security demands.

Taking control of your network and Wi-Fi

We’ve all tried using an open Wi-Fi in a café and been frustrated at how slow it moves. That is
because these networks can have hundreds of devices trying to use them all at the same time.
Whilst this is frustrating, the problem becomes even more annoying when you experience it at
home.

As the number of IoT increases in your home, so does the strain on your network.

An increase in Wi-Fi problems will lead many consumers towards buying more expensive
broadband packages to accommodate for what they believe they now need. However, as the
average consumer gets more tech savvy we will see a trend toward homeowners desiring the
ability to understand how they are using their Wi-Fi. By being able to detect which devices are
hogging bandwidth and check the quality of service of the apps they are using, consumers will
be able to make their Wi-Fi more efficient.

A final troubleshooting feature many consumers will want is the ability to monitor their Internet
speed, so they can check it matches that of their broadband package and hold their supplier
accountable for any poor service.

Surviving the IoT Boom

It a very exciting time for home technology, and the possibilities of IoT is only going to get bigger
and better! Whilst it great to let these devices into our lives, it is also important to be mindful of
how we are doing this. It is easy to get swept away, and overwhelmed, with the speed at which
this new technology is being produced, so it is vital to take some time to understand the security
and impact implications these could have on your home network.
My biggest tip to home owners is to take a proactive approach to understanding what is on your
network and how it is being used. The good news is that as IoT advances in our homes so do
the IoT troubleshooting and security products to protect them.

About the Author

Domenico Crapanzano, is CEO of Fing, the #1 network scanning app for iOS
and Android with over 15 million users. Fing’s recently launched Fingbox
network security & Wi-Fi troubleshooting toolkit has gained support from more
than 5000k backers on Indiegogo raising over 300k in funds. For more
information on Fing and its network security products visit www.fing.io.

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