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A simple guide to Wi-Fi security

Dos and Donts for protecting your wireless network


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Wi-Fi is inherently susceptible to hacking and eavesdropping, but it can be secure if you use the right security measures. Unfortunately, the web is full of outdated advice and myths. But here are some dos and don'ts of Wi-Fi security, addressing some of these myths.


  • Don't use WEP
  • Don't use WPA/WPA2-PSK
  • Do implement 802.11i
  • Do secure 802.1X client settings
  • Do use a wireless intrusion prevention system
  • Do deploy NAP or NAC
  • Don't trust hidden SSIDs
  • Don't trust MAC address filtering
  • Do limit SSIDs users can connect to
  • Do physically secure network components
  • Don't forget about protecting mobile clients



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