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WPA crack details revealed
News Two German researchers have published a paper giving details of how to crack the Wi-Fi Protected Access encryption standard, as well as a proof-of-concept tool.
Tags: Authentication and encryption, Security, WEP, Access Point, SANS Institute, IT Professional, Attack, TKIP, WPA, Wi-Fi
Ten tips for preparing a Wi-Fi rollout
Insight Rolling out a wireless LAN within your organization is more complicated than just plugging in a wireless access point. Find out what factors you should consider before taking the plunge.
Tags: Notebooks and tablets, 802.11/Wi-Fi, Security, Internet Access, Wireless, Wireless Network, WLAN, WPA, Wi-Fi, wireless router
New credit card security rules to have impact
News Revisions, though minor, involve "some noteworthy changes" that will impact compliance efforts in future, say industry experts. New version takes effect Oct. 1.
Tags: Data security, Authentication and encryption, Network security, Security implementation/standards, Security Management, Security, WEP, RSA Security Inc., Security Rule, payment
WPA wireless encryption cracked
News At upcoming conference, researchers will detail how key encryption feature used in securing wireless systems can be cracked.
Tags: Authentication and encryption, 802.11/Wi-Fi, WEP, Encryption, Wireless, PC World, TKIP, cash register, WPA, Wi-Fi
Plan to extend police-hacking powers gathers pace
News The Home Office is working with the European Parliament on plans to extend police powers to remotely search PCs without a warrant.
Tags: Corporate law, Web 2.0, Hacking, Police, European Parliament, Officer, computer security expert, Computer, phone, Wi-Fi
Pure Networks Network Magic Service
Product Reviews Pure Networks Network Magic Service
Tags: Network Magic, Security, Device, Pure Networks, Wireless, home network, premium service, Network Magic Service, Net2Go, Printers Option
McAfee Total Protection
Product Reviews McAfee Total Protection
Linksys, D-Link back new Wi-Fi security
News Wi-Fi gear makers are lining up to lend support to a new security standard, as they try to allay concerns about transmitting data over wireless networks.
Just say no to Wired Equivalent Privacy
Techguide Whether you're running a home wireless network or a corporate wireless network, you need to know the truth about Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP).
Tags: Security, Mobile/Wireless
Norton Internet Security 2007
Product Reviews Norton Internet Security 2007
Wi-Fi security gets a boost
News The Wi-Fi Alliance has announced the certification of products using the latest security specification, as it works to allay concerns about wirelessly transmitting data over networks.
Wireless security guide
Insight With wireless security standards yet to settle, it is no surprise IT pros are still baffled by it. Here's our quick and dirty guide on the topic, comprised of the most frequently asked questions from readers.
Tags: 802.11/Wi-Fi, Security implementation/standards
Microsoft fortifies Wi-Fi security
News Microsoft on Monday released a Windows XP update designed to enhance security for computers that connect to wireless networks, but the software is only a part of the Wi-Fi picture.
Buffalo AirStation Nfiniti Wireless-N
Reviews Flexible configuration is a plus for business use, but the AirStation Nfiniti Wireless-N is not the fastest Draft-N solution around and lacks interoperability.
D-Link RangeBooster N 650
Reviews D-Link's RangeBooster N 650 is a solid performer that works well with similar Atheros-based solutions, but not so well with equipment based on other chipsets.
