A reader asks:
How do I use a router to monitor which websites are visited? I want to see what URLs are visited through my router. Is there a way to view who is going to which sites on my home network without checking on their laptops?
To start, set up an OpenDNS account and change your router settings to add the OpenDNS server. With OpenDNS, you can easily monitor activity, block content, and set up extra measures to fend off identity theft—all with their free Family Shield and Home options. This is a solid solution if you don’t really need to break visits down by device—it’s a little harder to monitor which laptop is visiting which site than it is to see all traffic over the router.
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