topic Re: router in Technology

router

newboy — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:19:51 GMT

Hi, can anyone tell me if USB on rear of router is safe to use for local network. Thanks

Debbie-TalkTalk — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:44:56 GMT

Hi newboy

You can try and use this but this is not a supported feature.

@KeithFrench - can you help with this?

Thanks

KeithFrench — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:38:44 GMT

No it isn't because it uses the SMB V1 protocol which is highly insecure.

Debbie-TalkTalk — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:44:10 GMT

newboy — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:01:51 GMT

Hi, Keith,

thanks for that, just a thought, will find another way then.

newboy — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:04:57 GMT

ok Thanks, Debbie?

KeithFrench — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:11:00 GMT

The best way these days is to use a NAS, far more secure.

newboy — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:51:18 GMT

Hi, just trying idea`s, only wish to connect music to Hi-Fi. Thank for reply.