Add Password To LAN Router or Alternatives?

AsadHabib

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Hello community

I use this modem that is non wifi and can only be accessed via a LAN cable if anyone in my house wants to access the net.

So my question is, is there anyway to make sure im the only guy accessing the internet in my house? Like even if someone else should connect via cable they would get internet access? like an alternative to a wifi password or something?

Im a noob so a non technical answer would be appreciated. :)
 
I thought about a 802.1x solution or Mac filtering, but then Gateways (what ISP gives you these days) don't have that kind of fancy features. A solution is most likely an add-on box, which really doesn't stop a intruder from unplugging the Gateway from the new box. Back to SQ 1.

Option #2: Pay another ISP service and them wire it directly into your locked room!