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Don't assume WPA2 is more secure than WPA: AirDefense recently did a Wireless LAN security survey of New York City retailers where they declared two thirds of retailers insecure according to John Cox's story.Â According to the AirDefense survey, a third used zero link layer wireless LAN security explanation of link layer here and a third used "weak...; Tags: WPA, AirDefense, AES, WEP, WPA-PSK, Problem, IEEE 802.1X, Authentication, WPA2, Encryption Mode, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Network Security, Security, Networking, George Ou; Blog posts 2008-01-24
Deploying ieee 802.1x Technology With Cisco Integrated Services Routers: Cisco integrated services routers support a comprehensive array of services and solutions addressing the needs of voice, video, wireless, and data applications for enterprise branch offices, small and medium-sized businesses SMBs, and small offices or home offices SOHOs. This paper discusses the support, application, and deployment scenarios of IEEE 802.1x...; Tags: Router, IEEE 802.1X, Cisco Systems Inc., Smb/Sme, Wi-Fi, Wireless; White papers 2007-09-01
Using Intel VPro Processor Technology in 802.1x Networks: PCs based on Intel vPro processor technology include Intel AMT, which provides OOB management capabilities. Built-in 802.1x support is included in Intel AMT version 2.5 for laptops and is expected in Intel AMT version 3.0 for desktop PCs. This support enables enterprises to perform remote remediation of client PCs in...; Tags: Processor, Network, Intel vPro, PC, IEEE 802.1X, Intel Corp., Wi-Fi, Wireless, Desktops, Hardware; White papers 2007-08-01
Configuring Cisco IOS Easy VPN Remote With 802.1x Authentication: This paper illustrates how to combine 802.1x authentications with Easy VPN Remote operating in client mode on Cisco IOS Software routers. The combination of Cisco IOS Easy VPN with 802.1x authentication enables enterprise employees, such as this teleworker, to access their corporate network, while limiting the access of other household...; Tags: Cisco IOS, IEEE 802.1X, Cisco Systems Inc., Authentication, VPNs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Telecommunications, Networking, Security; White papers 2006-08-01
Deployment of ieee 802.1x for Wired Networks Using Microsoft Windows: This paper describes how to deploy IEEE 802.1X authentication for wired networks using authenticating switches, wired client computers running Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, or Windows 2000, and a wired authentication infrastructure consisting of Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Active Directory directory service domain controllers, certification authorities, and...; Tags: Wired Authentication, Window, Microsoft Corp., IEEE 802.1X, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Operating Systems, Servers, Wireless, Software, Hardware; White papers 2005-10-01

Enterprise-class wireless LAN security in a $60 box?: What do you think is the cost of building a secure enterprise grade wireless LAN composed of the following ingredients?RADIUS authentication server PKI certificate authority server AES capable wireless access point Would you believe me if I said "under $100" or would you think I was trying to sell you...; Tags: WPA-AES, TinyPEAP BETA version 2.13, wireless, LAN; Blog posts 2005-04-26
Got VPN? You'll still want new 802.1x hotspot: Got VPN? You'll still want new 802.1x hotspotRe: Got VPN? You'll still want new 802.1x hotspotI had not realised that web-based logons are bad news for Wi-Fi-enabled VoIP phones. Thanks for the insight. I agree that 802.1x could be a solution to this obstacle.Could you elaborate on the part about...; Tags: Network security, WIRELESS, Wi-Fi, Associated Press, VPN, RADIUS, RADIUS server, HotSpot, IEEE 802.1X, server; Discussion threads 2005-01-22
Got VPN? You'll still want new 802.1x hotspot: Recently, T-Mobile announced that they are the firstU.S. Wireless carrier to implement 802.1x (IEEE port-based authenticationalso known asDot1x). This is a huge improvement in the security and robustness of wireless LAN hotspots, and all other hotspot vendors should followsuit. Here are some of the benefits of an 802.1x enabled hotspot...; Tags: HotSpot; Blog posts 2005-01-20
Wi-Fi Security still widely misunderstood: Wi-Fi security seems to be as big a mystery as ever, and this story about Wi-Fi security at the Republican National Convention is just another example. I've been talking about real wireless security and the methods of achieving it for over two years. Since that time, two standards -- Wi-Fi Protected Access...; Tags: IEEE 802.11i; Blog posts 2004-09-07
Configuring Cisco IOS Easy VPN Client Mode With 802.1x Authentication: This white paper illustrates how to combine 802.1x authentications with Easy VPN operating in client mode. A typical application of this combination is a teleworker solution. The access router Cisco 831 Router in this example provides connectivity from the teleworker location to the corporate network via an Easy VPN tunnel...; Tags: Cisco IOS, IEEE 802.1X, Cisco Systems Inc., VPN Client, Authentication, Wi-Fi, Wireless; White papers 2004-02-01
802.1X Port Authentication with Microsoft's Active Directory: This white paper describes Foundry's 802.1X Port Authentication feature and how it works with Microsoft's IAS server to create a seamless authentication environment for Active Directory installations.; Tags: Foundry Networks Inc., Microsoft Corp., IEEE 802.1X, Authentication, Microsoft Windows Active Directory, Directory Services, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Enterprise Software, Software; White papers 2003-03-15
802.11 - A Standard for the Present and Future: This paper describes IEEE 802.11 standard. The 802.11 family of specifications and 802.1X for authentication build on strong existing standards such as EAP, RADIUS, LDAP, and others to meet these needs. Support for advanced EAP types such as TTLS and PEAP enable 802.1X-based products to serve as one proof point...; Tags: IEEE 802.11, Meetinghouse, IEEE 802.1X, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless; White papers 2003-02-01
Using ieee 802.1x to Enhance Network Security: The purpose of this document is to introduce IEEE 802.1x standard for enhancing network security, outline the implementation of 802.1x within Foundry's range of products and offer deployment guidelines. The concept of IEEE 802.1x is to provide a standardized security authentication method for IEEE 802 based network technologies, including Local...; Tags: Foundry Networks Inc., Network, Network Security, IEEE 802.1X, Wi-Fi, Wireless, LANs, Networking, Security; White papers 2002-10-28
ieee 802.1x in Secure Wireless Networking: Applying the IEEE 802.1X protocol to wireless networking in conjunction with 802.11 dramatically simplifies the management of secure wireless LANs. The IEEE 802.1X protocol can also be used to manage policy-based bandwidth provisioning and VLAN support in conjunction with 802.11e. This paper examines and explores the current application of 802.1X...; Tags: Network, Wireless Networking, IEEE 802.1X, Wi-Fi, Wireless; White papers 2002-08-01
802.11, 802.1x, and Wireless Security: This paper focuses on a description and analysis of the security standards described in the IEEE 802.11 and 802.1x standards, as well as some of the inherent problems with the security mechanisms defined in the standards. Recommendations for securing wireless networks are provided.; Tags: IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.1X, Standards, SANS Institute, Wireless Security, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Quality, Business Operations; White papers 2002-06-23
ieee 802.1x Authentication Client in Microsoft Windows for Wireless and Wired Networks: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Server 2003 families include built-in support for IEEE 802.1x authentication. Learn more about IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN networking and its related authentication technologies for a Windows environment at http://www.microsoft.com/wifi/. Listen to the Support Webcast to hear the best practices use to configure the...; Tags: Window, Microsoft Corp., IEEE 802.1X, Authentication, Microsoft Windows, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Operating Systems, Software; Webcasts
Using Internet Authentication Service Server to Set up 802.1x networks: Setting up an 802.1x network is one of the most challenging tasks for administrators and network professionals who are trying to secure and to, centrally control wireless access. This webcast provides an in-depth look at how to use IAS as the RADIUS server to set up an 802.1x network. The...; Tags: Internet, Network, IEEE 802.1X, Internet Authentication Service, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking; Webcasts
Setting Up 802.1x Networks by Using Internet Authentication Service: This webcast discusses setting up 802.1x networks using IAS as the RADIUS server. It talks about various kinds of setup. It gives recommendations and troubleshooting tips. It also includes information about Certification Authority services, Active Directory, and Group Policy.; Tags: Internet, Network, IEEE 802.1X, Internet Authentication Service, Wi-Fi, Wireless; Webcasts
Meetinghouse Data Communications Case Study: University of Utah: The mission of the University of Utah is to educate the individual and to discover, refine, and disseminate knowledge. The vision of the university is one of eventual campus-wide WLAN coverage with secure, seamless roaming from building to building. By adopting an 802.1x-based approach it is felt that the University...; Tags: Meetinghouse, IEEE 802.1X, University Of Utah, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Wireless LANs, Security; Case studies
Meetinghouse Data Communications Case Study: Southern Polytechnic State University: Southern Polytechnic is a special-purpose institution in the University System of Georgia, with about 3700 students. As a school dedicated to the study of technology, SPSU's Information Technology Division wanted to implement a campus-wide wireless LAN that would augment its existing 802.11 Ethernet wired network and meet the challenges presented...; Tags: Security, Meetinghouse, IEEE 802.1X, Southern Polytechnic, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Ethernet, Networking; Case studies