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  • Wireless flaw can be corrected

    Researchers have shown that the protocol used to encrypt data carried by 802.11b wireless LANs is vulnerable. Can workarounds can be used until a new protocol arrives?

  • At last, real wireless LAN security

    To address problems with weak WEP encryption, the IEEE has introduced the gold standard for wireless security: 802.1x and EAP. You can now manage and distribute keys on a user- and session-level basis.

  • WEP: Weaponless against hackers

    Wireless computing means increased freedom but also increased risk. You've shed the cable, but that means all those bits are floating through the ether, ripe for plucking by crafty hackers. Is there a way to keep trespassers out while giving your users the freedom to roam?

  • Wireless LANs dealt new blow

    A new attack that can compromise the encryption cipher used on wireless networks has many users and security experts questioning the future of a technology that has long been touted as the future of enterprise computing.

  • Worry-free wireless

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

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  • Locking down your wireless network

    Do you think your Wi-Fi network is secure? Think again. We look at what you can do to make sure it is.

  • At last, real wireless LAN security

    To address problems with weak WEP encryption, the IEEE has introduced the gold standard for wireless security: 802.1x and EAP. You can now manage and distribute keys on a user- and session-level basis.

  • Microsoft boosts Wi-Fi security

    Microsoft will extend the security measures now found in its Windows XP operating system to Windows 2000 and the slimmer version of the OS used in handheld devices.

  • Belkin Wireless G Router with Built-in USB Print Server

    Just about everything to do with this wireless router and print server is extremely easy to use. If you're looking for an 802.11g router and want a simple life, the Belkin Wireless G Router with Built-In USB Print Server comes highly recommended.

  • Keep pace with WLAN security developments

    Wireless security is a complicated topic, and one that requires much education and know-how. Unfortunately, this education is largely lacking, according to experts.

Reviews (39)

  • Worry-free wireless

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

  • SMC EZ Connect G 2870W Wireless Ethernet Bridge

    SMC's 2870W Wireless Ethernet Bridge is a versatile device designed for a variety of networking duties.

  • Netgear WGPS606 wireless print server

    The Netgear WGPS606 wireless print server is a chore to set up and works with a limited number of printers, but once it's up and running, it works well.

  • Reliable wireless Ethernet card

    The new Xircom CreditCard Wireless Ethernet adapter supports 11Mbps connectivity, conforming to the recently ratified IEEE 802.11b standard. As such it can communicate with other 802.11b adapters and LAN access points to build new wireless LANs and to extend existing networks.

  • Tech Guide: Small-business networking

    Tips for implementing a wireless, Ethernet or power-line network in a small-business environment.

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