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RouterFreak: IoT Device Security

Aloha RouterFreakers! 🤙

This week we only have a single article because bandwidth is running low and Wireshark doesn’t yet have a feature to dial in the caffeination level. On the bright side, we’ve wrapped up our series on home labs (unless someone requests a topic they want expanded on) and we’re back on one of my favorites: network security!

🚦 New on RouterFreak: IoT Device Security for Small Businesses

Unlocking the power of smart technology comes with new challenges—especially for small businesses. In this week’s Router Freak newsletter, we dive into the essential strategies every IT professional needs to protect their organization from the growing threats targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices. From real-world security breaches to actionable, budget-friendly defenses, our latest feature, “IoT Device Security for Small Businesses,” delivers practical guidance for keeping your network resilient against cyberattacks. Stay ahead of the curve and discover how you can secure every device, safeguard sensitive data, and future-proof your business—all without breaking the bank. Dive in and take the first step toward worry-free IoT adoption!

Check it out: IoT Device Security for Small Businesses

🗓️ Upcoming Events for Network Engineers

Because even the best engineers need to escape the server room sometimes. Here’s what’s on the horizon:

• Black Hat USA 2025

  Aug 2-7, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV

  Major cybersecurity event with deep technical content, networking, and training for security engineers and IT specialists.

• ChannelPro Defend

  Aug 12-13, 2025 | Boston, MA

  Focuses on IT professionals, MSPs, and decision-makers. Offers networking, vendor partnerships, and actionable business strategies.

• AWS re:Invent
  Dec 1-5, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV
  Cloud, AI, and enough networking sessions to make your head spin (in a good way).

That’s a wrap for new content this week! Keep Scrolling for Data Call, Engineer Resources, and Opportunities to Contribute and Connect.
Got a killer tip, a burning question, or a meme-worthy network diagram? Hit reply—we love hearing from you (and yes, we read every RFC you send).

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Data Call

This week, we are leaving open our survey on your favorite Network Management Tools. Let us know in our super quick 3 question survey and we'll share the results with everyone in the next newsletter.

Our Audience Survey is still open!

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Resource Center

To improve accessibility to our free resources, we will include links to our free downloads page in every newsletter.

Call for Resources:

Do have Visio Stencils we are missing or Python Scripts we can share with other newsletter subscribers (no paywalls, we only ask visitors to subscribe to our newsletter for access). Reply to this email with whatever you can help our community out with!

​Specific Requests:

We've received requests for the following Visio stencils, does anyone have these so we can get them into our archive and out to the specific RouterFreaks who asked for them?

• Cisco RV345 dual WAN router

• AudioCodes Mediant 1000B Gateway

• Versa box

Contribute and Connect

We believe that the strength of our network lies in the collective wisdom of our members. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're reaching out to tap into the vast pool of knowledge and resources that you, our valued readers, possess.

We're looking for:

• Technical guides you've created or found particularly useful

• Troubleshooting tips that have saved the day

• Book recommendations for network engineers at all levels

• Online courses or webinars that have enhanced your skills

• Tools and software that have improved your workflow

• Industry reports or whitepapers worth sharing

• Regular content writers

Your contributions will help fellow network engineers tackle challenges, stay updated with the latest trends, and grow professionally. By sharing, you're not just helping others – you're strengthening our entire community. How to contribute:

1. Email your resources to [email protected]

2. Include a brief description of why you find the resource valuable

3. Let us know if you'd like to be credited by name or remain anonymous

We'll review all submissions and feature the most impactful ones in our upcoming newsletters and on our website. Remember, every bit of knowledge shared is a step towards a more connected and informed RouterFreak community. Let's pool our resources and grow together!

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Mahalo,
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Dan on behalf of RouterFreak