how is the security? will some one will have access to my file if i use public wifi?
359336
There is no need to use public wifi because the device is sharing it's own wifi which can be protected by password.
1117791
yes when you log in to router with 192.168.1.1 (default) username: admin (default) pass: password. there is a option called wireless settings in that you can give your wireless a name and assign passphrase so it can be secured and nobody else can use it.
493459
Since mine is broken, it's hard to remember the whole control process. But generally speaking control is via WiFi, so it's as secure as the network.
401530
As long as they do not have crazy high complex authentications like Enterprise WPA2 PEAP you should be fine. My complex had such authentication requiring a username and password so this did not work (nor could I find any WISP router that works). Did work though to allow me to use someones Comcast WiFi without my wireless devices riding on his WiFi connection, only used his bandwidth for web use, not things like file transfers or WiFi printing.
1085366
Just to throw this out there, hiding your SSID doesn't actually do anything. Anybody can still see it if they use some simple software. If you want security, make sure you use the right encryption protocol, and a very long password (preferably a randomly generated one).
917086
I have not done this BUT, according to the setup manual:"...You will be able to access files from a USB external hard drive or thumb drive that is plugged into the router from your local network or from the Internet using either a web browser or an app for your smartphone or tablet..." so I don't why the other two respondeers said no to you.
1003718
I bought this for my mom and she lives in Ottawa - it worked just fine at home but I didn't try any public hotspots. I'm sure it's fine though, I think wifi protocol is the same no matter where you are.
2019187
Yes you can password protect wifi signal by using "WEP or WPA/WPA2" from "Security" options in main menu.
468760
I use my deck top to download. I assume that you can into your laptop. I have never used Wifi.
1520106
No. It only gives you security for an open wifi like at a hotel or boosts an existing wifi signal.
338662
Yes! It is Wi-Fi enabled and you can transfer the files via wi-fi either from your home network or from a remote place with Internet access!
2075988
Yes, you can access the files using the same IP Address method you would with mobile devices. However, it would typically make more sense to plug the dive into your laptop to play the files. It is an external hard drive remember. But I guess if you had multiple laptops to share it with at one time the wifi mode would be best.
460352
I wouldn't consider it easy. If there are any known vulnerabilities there will be a firmware upgrade available on the foscam site. I would be more worried about your wireless router vulnerabilities than the camera itself. In either case make sure you use wpa2 encryption and set a good user/password and check for firmware updates every month and this will nearly eliminate the possibilities of getting compromised. To note there are logs on the camera on who access it and from what ip. I hope this helps.
1117788
yes when you log in to router with 192.168.1.1 (default) username: admin (default) pass: password.there is a option called wireless settings in that you can give your wireless a name and assign passphrase so it can be secured and nobody else can use it.
1063017
Yes. A user friendly log in process will help you connect your device to wifi or hotspot if you know the login and password or security code
510834
Yes. Just a warning, if you are using the hotspot so someone can gravitate to your wifi, the connection speed and service is awful. It limits the person to what they can do. That's something I noticed.
2009733
Yes it has WPS, so you don't need to remember your password, and the stranger next door with an app on thier smartphone wont need to know your password either!