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OpenWRT Security and Performance Guide: Advanced firewall rules, encrypted VPN access, stable WiFi mesh, traffic shaping and device control for home and small business networks

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Struggling with a slow, insecure, or unreliable network at home or in your small business? Many users rely on routers out of the box, leaving their devices exposed, WiFi coverage weak, and traffic unmonitored. Misconfigured networks can lead to slow speeds, security risks, and costly downtime. This book gives you practical, hands-on solutions to take control of your network immediately.

What you’ll gain from this

Learn to secure your network using firewalls, VLANs, and VPNs, protecting your devices from hackers and malware

Set up WireGuard and OpenVPN for encrypted access, keeping your traffic private even on public networks

Isolate guest and IoT devices to prevent security breaches and maintain stable performance

Optimize WiFi coverage with mesh networks, channel planning, and roaming strategies

Implement traffic shaping, SQM, and bandwidth prioritization for smooth streaming, gaming, and work

Monitor devices, traffic, and system logs to proactively address issues before they affect your network

Use step-by-step exercises and tested configurations, including real-world examples and expected outcomes

Save time and money by avoiding common pitfalls like misconfigured DHCP, firewall rules, or VPN setups

Real-world use Imagine a home office where multiple devices need reliable, fast internet while keeping smart home devices secure. This book walks you through segmenting networks, securing devices, and tuning performance so everyone stays connected safely.

Who this book is

Home users seeking stronger, faster, and safer networks

Small business owners managing multiple devices and guest access

IT enthusiasts who want a practical, hands-on OpenWRT reference

Why it
Written by a network security professional with extensive OpenWRT experience, every command, configuration, and setup is explained line by line. You get actionable, step-by-step guidance, not vague theory. Practical exercises let you implement solutions immediately and see real results.

Take control of your network today. After reading this book, your connections will be faster, safer, and easier to manage, letting you focus on work, streaming, gaming, or running your business without network headaches. Order now to transform your home or small business network into a secure, high-performance environment.

273 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 27, 2025

About the author

George Topp

20 books

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