Switching to wired internet is simple, safe, and effective.
Data travels through an Ethernet cable, so instead of your devices communicating through Wi-Fi, you can connect them directly to your router. Wired internet is faster, more stable, and more secure, and it reduces exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation.
Using adapter cables for computers and mobile devices gives you a practical way to reduce exposure at home or work while maintaining internet access.
Radiofrequency radiation from wireless technologies has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen.
https://www.iarc.who.int/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/pr208_E.pdf
What You Need
♦ Ethernet cable (RJ45)
♦ Router with Ethernet ports
♦ Ethernet adapter for devices without a port (USB‑C for Android, Lightning for iPhone)
How to Connect
For Computers:
♦ Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer.
♦ Plug the other end into your router.
♦ Turn off Wi-Fi on your computer.
For Mobile Phones or Tablets:
♦ Connect the Ethernet cable to your adapter and plug the adapter into your device.
♦ Plug the other end into the router.
♦ Put your device on airplane mode and switch Wi-Fi off.
♦ You can browse, use apps, and access the internet while avoiding wireless radiation transmissions. Normal mobile network calls and SMS will not work in airplane mode because they rely on cellular RF signals, not wired internet.
♦ You can still use apps such as WhatsApp and make voice or video calls in airplane mode on wired systems. Ensure the app is installed on your phone first; once set up, additional connections on a PC or tablet can access the same account over the wired network.
Turn Off Wi-Fi on Your Router
♦ Log into your router via a browser.
♦ Find the wireless settings section.
♦ Turn off Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals if available).
♦ Save the settings.
Your internet will continue to function normally through Ethernet.
Optional – Measure the Difference
♦ Use a radiofrequency radiation detector to measure exposure levels before and after switching.
♦ Most people see a dramatic reduction, which is a powerful way to demonstrate the difference to friends, family, or community groups.
Reported Benefits
People who switch to wired internet often report improvements in wellbeing, including:
♦ Better quality of sleep
♦ Less anxiety and agitation
♦ Fewer headaches
♦ Improved concentration
♦ Reduced fatigue
These benefits are in addition to a faster and more reliable internet connection.
Safe Baby Monitoring Guide
Many baby monitors sold today use Wi-Fi or RF signals, operating continuously near a baby’s cot. Such wireless devices emit radiofrequency radiation while powered on.
Babies are uniquely vulnerable because:
♦ Their bodies and brains are still developing
♦ Their skulls are thinner, allowing deeper absorption
♦ Children absorb up to 10 times more radiation in the bone marrow of their skulls than adults
♦ They may be exposed for long periods while sleeping
These biological differences are part of what led Swedish health authorities to raise the alarm on children’s health from RF‑EMF radiation.
Reducing unnecessary sources of wireless radiation near the cot is therefore a sensible precaution.
Ref: https://radiationresearch.org/sweden-raises-the-alarm-on-childrens-health-from-rf-emf-radiation/
Safest Monitoring Options
1) Fully Wired Camera System
A wired camera connected with an Ethernet cable is the closest to a truly low-radiation monitoring solution.
Advantages include:
♦ No Wi-Fi transmission near the baby
♦ More stable connection
♦ Enhanced security
♦ Reliable video quality
Parents can view the camera feed on a computer, laptop, or tablet using Ethernet.
2) Wired Security Camera
Many wired home security cameras can be repurposed as baby monitors:
Typical setup:
♦ Place the wired camera in the baby’s room
♦ Connect it with an Ethernet cable
♦ View video on a computer, tablet, or nearby monitor
This option can be much more affordable than specialised wireless baby monitor systems.
3) Wired Microphone and Speaker Hack (Low-Cost Option)
For parents who only need sound monitoring, a simple hard-wired setup is very effective:
What you need:
♦ Wired microphone (any small microphone or computer microphone with cable)
♦ Small amplifier or powered speaker
♦ Speaker in the parent’s room
♦ Standard audio cables (3.5 mm or RCA)
Setup:
♦ Place the microphone near the baby’s cot.
♦ Run a cable from the microphone to the amplifier in another room.
♦ Connect the amplifier to a speaker to hear sound in real-time.
♦ Adjust volume if necessary to reduce background noise.
Advantages:
♦ Zero RF exposure, fully wired
♦ Very inexpensive
♦ Works immediately without apps or Wi-Fi
♦ Can be extended to multiple rooms if needed
Limitation: Only transmits sound, not video.
💡 Summary:
You can make a baby alarm with a simple microphone, amplifier, and speaker. Run a cable from the baby’s room to where you are, and you’ll hear the baby without any wireless signals.
4) Keep Wireless Devices Away From the Cot
If a wireless monitor must be used:
♦ Place it as far from the cot as possible
♦ Avoid placing devices beside the baby’s head
♦ Turn the monitor off when not needed
Distance is one of the simplest ways to reduce continuous exposure.
Additional Practical Tips
♦ Use wired internet connections (Ethernet) instead of Wi-Fi whenever possible.
♦ Keep mobile phones away from the cot and do not use wireless toys near the baby.
♦ You can still use apps such as WhatsApp in airplane mode on wired systems. Make sure the app is installed on your phone first; then additional connections on PC or tablet will work over the wired network.
♦ Some devices, including many printers, may default back to Wi-Fi even if set to Ethernet-only. Keep Wi-Fi switched off at all times, connect only when needed, and verify with your radiation meter.
♦ Consider using a radiofrequency radiation detector to measure exposure before and after switching.
♦ Even small changes can significantly reduce continuous wireless exposure.
A Simple Explanation
A wired baby monitor or device means the camera or gadget connects using a cable instead of sending wireless radiation signals through the air. Often, it’s as easy as plugging the camera into a router with an Ethernet cable.
Precautionary Approach
Taking simple steps to reduce wireless exposure around babies, children, and young adults is a precautionary choice many families and health advocates are now considering.
Learn more and get resources:
www.radiationresearch.org