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Do you have a home or business wireless network that does not have a security code? Although a wireless security code may not seem like a necessary tool when first setting up a new router or network it is an integral part of your wireless network. Without a wireless protection key anyone with a laptop or cell phone with WiFi connection can access your router and wireless network. So, how do you add a WEP code so that only people you give the code to have access to your wireless network? First you must have access to your router, adapter, or other wireless network device. Log into the device and there should be a section about wireless security. If you need help finding it refer to the manual for your specific device to find the correct location. Next you need to decide how much security you will need for your wireless network. For most home and small business applications a 64-bit/10 digit security code will work just fine. Also available are 128-bit/26 digit keys and 256-bit/58 digit keys. In the device enter the 10/26/58 key of your choosing. The key can be any combination of numbers and letters. Enter a code that you will be able to remember and give out to anyone you want to give access to the wireless network. Apply the changes and exit the device that you entered the key into. Now go to a laptop that you want to be on the wireless network and search for wireless networks that are available. Now next to the name of your wireless network you should see WEP-enabled. Connect to your wireless network and enter the key code that you decided on and you will now be on the network. And that’s it, now you have a protected wireless network.