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    Researchers have found a method of cracking a key encryption feature used in securing wireless systems that doesn't require trying a large number of possibilities.

  • Customers flock to cheap hotspots

    Cheap high-speed wireless Internet is being offered to patrons of the Schwartz Family Company in its Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra chain of bars and hotels.

  • Linux gets Intel help with Centrino

    A year after it launched its Centrino chip package for building notebooks with wireless networking abilities, Intel has begun a public project to let Linux take advantage of the hardware.

  • When will wireless networks be secure?

    Manufacturers have made a mess of wireless security, says Vipin Jain, inventor of the 802.1x authentication protocol. How long will users have to endure this problem?

  • Enterprises should embrace IM: Gartner

    Despite nagging concerns about its security, instant messaging applications are now mature enough for corporate use if Australian companies change their perception of the platform, says a senior Gartner analyst.

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  • Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

    If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

  • Ten things about securing wireless connections

    Convenient and easy to set up, wireless networks can also pose a big risk. Because they use the airwaves, wireless communications are more vulnerable to interception and attack than a wired connection. Here are some tips for securing your wireless network.

  • Six wireless access points tested

    Until recently, it's been difficult to use the words "secure" and "wireless" in the same sentence. Recent developments mean that's no longer the case. ZDNet Australia looks at six different options.

  • How Service Pack 2 affects Wi-Fi

    When it comes to wireless networking, Windows XP Service Pack 2 has managed to improve ease of use but does the mega patch cause any problems with wireless connectivity?

  • Top five don'ts in wireless security

    Securing the enterprise is more important than ever when building wireless networks. Here are the top five things not to do to ensure your networks are secure.

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