First, what is a router? A router is a device that goes between your Internet modem and your computer. The main reason for having a router is to set up an internal network. In other words, allowing more than one computer to be hooked up to the Internet through one connection. If you use a router like the one pictured, with antenna, you also then have a WIFI connection that can be used by your laptop, if you have one, without the need for wires. If you only have a laptop, great. You can connect to the Internet from anywhere in the house without wires.
So, here is the best reason of all to have a router. It, all by it's self, is a hardware firewall. The firewalls that come with some Operating Systems are OK but just ok. A router acts as a hardware firewall and keeps you safe from people trying to hack your computer to get your vital information. In 15 years of doing this, I have never been without a router. It is just a smart thing to do.
The last thing to say about this is to remind you that clicking on links in email from people you don't know, clicking on attachments in email from people you don't know and clicking on links in websites that you don't know if you can trust can still bring viruses, malware and spy bots into your system. The difference is that the router keeps the bad guy out. When you click on bad links, you open the door. So, good conduct on the Internet is still a must. A router is cheap protection and well worth the money.
Lastly, and I keep harping on this, are you backing up your computer at least once a week. I truly don't ever want to have to tell you; "I told you so".
Here is my link of the week. Have you ever wanted to write a book? Even have it printed and advertised it for sale? How do you do that? Well, there is a new website that makes it easy. I have just started by book. The website is: Fast Pencil.
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