The useful idea
- The useful idea
Wireless security is the prevention of unauthorized access or damage to computers or data using wireless networks, which include Wi-Fi networks.
- How it works
The term may also refer to the protection of the wireless network itself from adversaries seeking to damage the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the network.
- Why it matters
The most common type is Wi-Fi security, which includes Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).
Why this matters
Use Wireless security to recognize risk and choose the safer digital action.
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Use Wireless security to recognize risk and choose the safer digital action.
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- Why it matters
Wireless security is the prevention of unauthorized access or damage to computers or data using wireless networks, which include Wi-Fi networks.