Wes Groleau wrote:
On 11-09-2013, 14:08, Meanie wrote:
On 11/9/2013 1:49 PM, Wes Groleau wrote:
On 11-09-2013, 08:14, Meanie wrote:
No, it's connected via WiFi. The same as my garage door opener and some
lighting in my house. Technically, WiFi uses the internet to gain
remote
access but it's still WiFi. All WiFi can be accessed by anyone if they
know the code/password via the internet.

Not so. The code/password/key/etc. authenticates the WiFi device to the
access point (AP), often part of the router, but not necessarily. The
internet side of the access point is reached by an IP address, which has
no password. There may be, however, something else BETWEEN the AP and
the internet that restricts access in some other way.
Usually, this is the router and most home routers don't allow anything
outside to initiate a connection.

But all can still be accessed via internet if the capability arises.

No. IF the router doesn't block the access (as most DO) and IF the
device is capable of responding to such attempts, only then can you
access the device from outside the LAN.

Hi,
Between thermostat and router is not a problem. Accessing the info on
temp. and humidity from any where in the world. Ideally best to have a
domain own name registered via DDNS. I can even see my house inside out
thru surveillance cameras from any where. When looking for one make sure
supplier [rovide DDNS for your use.
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