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    Should you be concerned about wireless security? Yes, at least according to Chris O'Ferrell, chief technology officer of wireless technology company Netsec.

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    Wi-Fi wireless technology offers inexpensive network access for employees working away from their desks. But is it also the ultimate cloaking device for hackers?

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    Finding out where a network is most vulnerable can give you an honest look at the situation. How can penetration testing assist.

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  • Six quick wireless security tips

    Implementing a wireless networking system can result in serious security problems if the system is not properly secured. To help you close security holes, here are a few wireless networking solutions.

  • Penetration testing finds more holes in wireless network

    Finding out where a network is most vulnerable can give you an honest look at the situation. How can penetration testing assist.

  • Netgear FWG114P

    Netgear's FWG114P wireless access point/router/firewall/print server is a great all-in-one device for those planning to set up a home office.

  • Wireless security FAQ

    Can a Pringles can be used as an antenna by hackers? Answers to this and more in our special wireless guide. Additional reading: The connection conundrum: 3G or Wi-Fi?

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  • Netgear FWG114P

    Netgear's FWG114P wireless access point/router/firewall/print server is a great all-in-one device for those planning to set up a home office.

  • Worry-free wireless

    Everybody's going wireless—even those intruders who are after your precious data. Here's how to stop them.

  • Norton 360

    For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.

  • McAfee Total Protection 2007

    McAfee Total Protection 2007 does what it says on the label -- it protects your PC from all sorts of nasty attacks, albeit at a fairly high cost to your system performance, especially on older PCs.

  • Wireless crackdown

    The spread of convenient wireless LANs has delighted hackers, who find many WLANs vulnerable. Managing and securing a wireless network is therefore vital, but rarely done well. ZDNet Australia compares the offerings from AirDefense and AirMagnet.

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