What the Data Breaker system does, is to simply disconnect the computer from the Internet, if it detects that the computer has been idles for a set period of time. The idea being that if there is no broadband signal, then there is no possible way of your computer being hacked or any of the personal details being taken from your computer while it is idle and possibly while you are away from home.

Basically what your $40 dollars is paying for is peace of mind, the data breaker is plugged into the home electrical system and then the computer is connected to the plug and that is it, your done and your equipment is safe from outside attack.