emeldaunflattering296/Skid-Detector

# 🛡️ Skid-Detector - Secure your wireless network with light ## 📖 What is Skid-Detector? Skid-Detector turns your workspace lighting into a security tool. This device sits on your desk as a mood lamp. It provides soft light while it watches your airwaves. It looks for common security threats against your WiFi and Bluetooth connections. The device runs on a small computer chip. It creates its own wireless network. You connect your smartphone or laptop to this network to adjust your lights. While you pick colors, the device scans for malicious signals in the background. ## 🛠️ Requirements You need the following items to use the system: * A Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer. * One USB-C cable for the device. * A web browser like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox. * The hardware unit provided by the Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32 platform. ## 📥 Get the Software You must download the firmware files to update your device. Choose the file that ends in .bin from the latest release. Save this file in a folder you can find later. ## ⚙️ Setup and Installation 1. Connect the Seeed Studio XIAO ESP32 to your computer using the USB-C cable. 2. Open the file you downloaded from the website. 3. Follow the prompts on your screen to flash the software onto the device. 4. Wait for the green light on the device to indicate success. 5. Disconnect the device from your computer. ## 💡 How to use the device Once the device starts, it produces a glow. This indicates the device is active. 1. Open the WiFi settings on your phone or laptop. 2. Look for a network named Skid-Detector. 3. Select this network and connect to it. 4. Open your web browser. 5. Type 192.168.4.1 into the top address bar. 6. A control panel appears on your screen. ## 🎨 Changing Light Effects The control panel lets you change the mood of the light. Use the sliders to adjust the color and brightness. You can select different patterns for the LED. These changes happen instantly. The device remembers your last choice even if you unplug the power. ## 🛡️ Network Security Features The device watches your environment for two specific threats. ### Deauthentication Detection Some attackers send signals to disconnect your devices from your router. This is a deauthentication attack. When the Skid-Detector senses this signal, the light changes to red. This acts as a warning. You can then check your router logs or move your devices. ### Bluetooth Scanning The device watches for strange Bluetooth signals. It flags connections that seem abnormal. If the device detects a security risk, the light flashes blue. ## 🔧 Frequently Asked Questions ### Can I run this on a Mac? ### Does the device save my personal data? The device stores no personal files. It processes wireless traffic in the air. It does not record your internet history or passwords. ### What should I do if the light turns red? A red light means the device saw a deauthentication signal. First, check your own wireless devices. Make sure they remain connected to your home router. If your connection remains stable, the signal might come from a neighbor or a nearby source. You do not need to take action unless your home WiFi stops working. ### How do I update the firmware? Check the release page periodically for new versions. Download the latest file, reconnect your device to your computer, and run the flashing process again. ### Can I turn off the security features? The security features run automatically. You can turn off the light effects using the web dashboard, but the sensors continue to monitor the airwaves as long as the device has power. ### Is the device safe? The device uses low power. It does not emit heat. It is safe to keep on your desk for daily use. Ensure the device sits on a hard surface to allow heat to dissipate from the internal chip. ## 🚀 Troubleshooting If you cannot connect to the device dashboard: * Ensure you connect to the Skid-Detector WiFi network. * Verify you typed the correct address (192.168.4.1) into the browser. * Refresh the browser page. * Unplug the device and plug it back in. If the device shows no light: * Check the connection between the USB cable and your power source. * Confirm the cable works with other devices. * Ensure the firmware flash was complete. If the security detection seems sensitive: * Keep the device away from other strong wireless transmitters. * Adjust the sensitivity settings in the web dashboard if possible.