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Adt57
Sep 16, 2021Aspirant
Status:
New Idea
Need to disable the WiFi Off/On Button in firmware as an Advanced Option
THIS ALSO AFFECTS ALL PRODUCTS WITH A PHYSICAL WIFI OFF/ON BUTTON ! PLEASE see if this could be added as an Advanced WiFi Option in all future Router products, other manufacturer products can do t...
plemans
Sep 16, 2021Guru - Experienced User
I think if someone is breaking into a home and disabling your wifi using the button, they could just as easily unplug the router. Or steal it. Or smash it. Disabling the wifi on/off button isn't going to be a deterent.
I'm not saying it isn't something netgear shouldn't implement (because they should) but that wouldn't be a reason why to implement it.