what is wps on modem

WPS stands for WiFi Protected Setup, which is a feature supplied with many routers and modems. It is designed to make the process of connecting to a secure wireless network by sharing the wireless key between the modem and devices easier and more secure. A router or modem with a WPS button can allow any device to automatically connect to your router when the WPS button is pressed. To configure WPS on a modem, you need to connect a device to your network over WiFi or using an Ethernet cable connected to your modem, open a web browser and type http://192.168.0.1 into the web address field, sign in to the modem settings (GUI) using your Admin Username and Admin Password, select Wireless Setup in the main menu, select WPS in the menu on the left, and initiate a device to connect to your network. You can also initiate a connection by pressing the WPS button on your modem or within the device Top Tools