Most of us know that it is impractical to constantly turn devices on and off. Having a wifi connection is in large part a device of convenience, and having to turn it off every time you aren't using it, eliminates much of that convenience. Unfortunately, a wifi connection is vulnerable when it is on; therefore shutting off your wireless signal when not in use would be a huge boon to its security.

The Problem: There is an inherent tension between convenience and security in deciding whether to turn off a wireless access point between connections.

The Solution: Just as you take extra home security measures when taking a vacation, like asking your neighbors to pick up the mail and leaving a light on, so also should you take extra wifi security measures when your network will not be in use for expended periods of time. Shutting down the network is a basic but effective security measure that can protect your network when you are not around to protect it, and hackers may take the opportunity to mount their attack.