Monday, June 06, 2005

WiFi Security 101: WiFi Security 101: Lesson 1

WiFi Security 101: WiFi Security 101: Lesson 1


from Tony Bradley, CISSP, your Editor and Guide
Before we begin to discuss the aspects of securing your wireless
network, I wanted to provide some foundation about the basic equipment
and technology involved with wireless networking. Once you have some
understanding of the fundamental components, we will move on to talk
about how you can secure and protect your wireless network.




Basics of Wireless Networks
What is a wireless network and how does it work? What are the
essential components that make up a wireless network?

Wireless Network Hardware
A brief article describing the different wireless networking hardware
components and explaining what is necessary to create a wireless
network.

Wireless Network Protocols
Wireless network protocols are constantly evolving. There are a number
of new, faster, more secure protocols on the horizon. This short
article explains the wireless network protocols typically used for
standard home and small office wireless networks.

About.com Guide for Internet / Network Security

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