Keeping IoT devices and your laptop on the same network is a risk, says FBI
The FBI recommends changing factory-set (default) passwords and not allowing an IoT device's accompanying mobile app to gain access to too many smartphone permissions.
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FBI recommends that you keep your IoT devices on a separate network
The FBI also recommends changing factory-set (default) passwords and not allowing an IoT device's accompanying mobile app to gain access to too many smartphone permissions.
