NetSolutionsPro Blog

On March 23, 2026, the digital landscape shifted overnight. The FCC issued a sweeping mandate that reclassified almost every consumer-grade Wi-Fi router in American homes as a “national security threat.” The policy was a direct response to Salt, Flax, and Volt Typhoon campaigns—state-sponsored cyberattacks that, according to official reports, utilized residential routers as the primary entry points for breaching critical infrastructure.

We know the question on your mind, and it’s the same as many other businesses: “How does this impact me?” That’s what we’re here to answer.

Ah, the Internet. Connectivity issues aside, it’s a wonderful tool that helps you get more work done. But what happens when those connectivity issues do cause problems for your business? What if you have a strong signal, but you keep getting booted from your virtual meetings for seemingly no reason?

What if we told you that not all VPNs were created equal? What if we said that some are meant to be used by consumers, while others are meant to be used for businesses that need to keep data secure while out of the office? Today, we want to clear up some misconceptions about what virtual private networks do, how they work, and what they actually protect you from—as well as how you can get started with a business-grade VPN today.

When you think of the dark web, images of shadowy figures and illicit activities might spring to mind. Unfortunately for businesses, the dark web isn't just a place of intrigue; it’s where your stolen data goes to get shared and sold.