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- Effective Strategies for Evaluating Your WLAN Security
- This webcast offers a practical guide for selecting a WLAN security solution. The presenter explains the prevalent methods for wireless access point detection and classification.
- Tags: Strategy, WLAN Security, WLAN, Access Point, Wireless, AirTight Networks, Wireless Security, Wi-Fi, Wireless LANs, Wireless And Mobility, LANs, Network Security, Security Administration, Security, Networking
- Webcasts 2009-01-01
- WLAN Security Today: Wireless More Secure Than Wired
- Wireless LAN security has come a long way since the early days and the negative publicity around the shortcomings of WEP. Recent advances in WLAN technology and the ratification of key wireless security standards are giving CIOs and network administrators the high level of confidence in WLAN security that they...
- Tags: Wired Inc., WLAN Security, WLAN, Wireless, Wireless LAN Security, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless Security, Wireless And Mobility, Security, Networking
- White papers 2008-07-01
- An Approach to WLAN Security
- 802.11b's low cost of entry is what makes it so attractive. However, inexpensive equipment also makes it easier for attackers to mount an attack. "Rogue" access points and unauthorized, poorly secured networks compound the odds of a security breach. The 802.11b standard shares unlicensed frequencies with other devices, including Bluetooth...
- Tags: IEEE 802.11, WLAN Security, WLAN, Wireless LANs, Wireless Security, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, LANs, Bluetooth, Network Security, Security, Networking
- White papers 2008-03-25
- WLAN Security - Why Your Firewall, VPN, and IEEE 802.11i Aren't Enough to Protect Your Network
- Wireless Local Area Networks based on the IEEE 802.11 standard (also called 'Wi-Fi', and referred to as 'WLAN' in this paper) have proliferated in enterprises, homes, and public places. IEEE 802.11 a, b, and g are now considered as a de facto standard for WLANs. Embedding of wireless technology into...
- Tags: VPN, Firewall, Network, WLAN Security, WLAN, IEEE 802.11i, AirTight Networks, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Networking
- White papers 2005-09-26
- Security and Privacy in the Wireless World
- Security is the biggest fear factor for many companies considering wireless deployments. In fact, most experts agree you cannot weigh your wireless options without making security job one. This audiocast features IT security expert and regular ZDNet contributor George Ou in a discussion on: WLAN...
- Tags: WLAN Security, Privacy, WLAN, Wi-Fi, Wireless Security, Wireless LANs, Wireless, LANs, Security, Networking
- Webcasts 2004-11-22
- St. Francis Medical Center Gets a WLAN Security and Management Makeover
- Inspired by the vision of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Francis Medical Center (St. Francis) has been serving the public of Louisiana since 1911. While already compliant with the general network security guidelines established by HIPAA regulations, the St. Francis IT team believed improvements in WLAN security would enhance their...
- Tags: Network, WLAN Security, WLAN, Roving Planet, Wireless Security, Hipaa, Regulatory Compliance, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, LANs, Wireless, Network Security, Regulations, Security, Healthcare, Government, Human Resources, Policies And Procedures, Networking
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- CommView for WiFi 6.2 build 657 (Windows)
- CommView for WiFi is a wireless network monitor and analyzer for 802.11 a/b/g/n networks. The program presents a clear, detailed picture of network traffic that facilitates the examination and analysis of packets, helping the user to pinpoint network problems and troubleshoot software and hardware. With over 70 supported protocols, CommView...
- Tags: Network, Microsoft Windows, TamoSoft, CommView, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Networking
- Software downloads 2009-11-14
- Nokia sues Apple, alleges patent infringement by iPhone
- The world's biggest cell phone maker is dragging the maker of one of the most popular cell phones to court over patent infringement. Nokia said today that it has filed suit against Apple, alleging that the iPhone infringes on Nokia's patents for GSM, UMTS and wireless LAN WLAN standards. ...
- Tags: Apple iPhone, Nokia Corp., Apple Inc., Intellectual Property, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Smart Phones, Wireless And Mobility, Research & Development, Business Operations, Networking, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Sam Diaz
- Blog posts 2009-10-22
- Apple thumbing nose at Nokia? Nokia sues them over wireless patents
- You can't argue with the success of the Apple iPhone, especially here in the US. However, Nokia believes that Apple infringes on their patents for GSM, UMTS, and WLAN standards so it is suing Apple in a Delaware court. There are ten patents called out in the suit that cover...
- Tags: Apple iPhone, Patent, Nokia Corp., Apple Inc., Wireless, Smart Phones, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Matthew Miller
- Blog posts 2009-10-22
- Researchers crack WPA Wi-Fi encryption in 60 seconds
- Thats why WPA2 is the only way to go..WPA is nice for backwards compatibility - esp those that cant talk WPA2 (AES-CCMP) but this is all the more reason to remove these devices. I personally use WPA2-ENT [yes at home] which I understand is not the norm :) but I...
- Tags: Wi-Fi, Network security, Wireless and Mobility, WPA, WPA2, wireless, Microsoft Xbox, security
- Discussion threads 2009-08-27
- Who's to blame for unsecured WiFi connections?
- Who's to blame for unsecured WiFi connections?I've been saying this for a while.[i]When it comes to trade-offs between security and convenience, convenience always wins.[/i]security = 1 / convenienceRE: Who's to blame for unsecured WiFi connections?I can't believe that you're endorsing having the police in any country "wardriving" around to detect...
- Tags: Wireless LANs, Wireless and Mobility, LANs, Wi-Fi, WLAN, router, Wi-Fi connection
- Discussion threads 2009-07-23
- Cisco's Chambers says security can no longer be an after-thought
- Cisco's Chambers says security can no longer be an after-thoughtSecurity adoption is the issue, not technology per seOne example - 802.1X authentication allows a LAN to ensure only authenticated devices can access the wired network, much as WPA ensures only authenticated wireless clients can connect to a WLAN. You can...
- Tags: Cyberthreats, LANs, Wi-Fi, security, Cisco Systems Inc.
- Discussion threads 2009-04-27
- Case Study Webinar? How to Secure Your Cisco WLAN Today
- This webcast will give attendees a real life case study of how one organization avoided pitfalls while expanding and remediating it's Cisco WLAN and achieved the best performance and robust and accurate wireless security for mission critical applications it was running over wireless.
- Tags: Webinar, WLAN, Cisco Systems Inc., Wireless, AirTight Networks, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Networking
- Webcasts 2009-04-08
- Wireless Vulnerability Management: What It Means for Your Enterprise
- A Wireless Intrusion Prevention System WIPS is the prevalent approach for mitigating wireless security threats. However, businesses cannot always justify the cost of buying a full-fledged WIPS solution. Some consider the limited WIPS functionality in-built in certain WLAN infrastructure as sufficient. For others that do not own a WLAN, a...
- Tags: Wireless, AirTight Networks, Wireless Intrusion Prevention System, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility
- White papers 2009-02-11
- Impact of Implementing VPN to Secure Wireless LAN
- Many corporations are seriously concerned about security of networks and therefore, their network supervisors are still reluctant to install WLANs. In this regards, the IEEE802.11i standard was developed to address the security problems, even though the mistrust of the wireless LAN technology is still existing. The thought was that the...
- Tags: VPN, WLAN, Wireless, LANs, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Networking, Wireless And Mobility, Network Technology, Security
- White papers 2009-01-01
- NCP Network Communications Products Engineering Case Study: LDI
- The LDI is a centralised service provider for IT and communications technology within the federal state administration of Rhineland-Palatinate. Among their clients are federal state ministries, police and judicial agencies. LDI wanted to have provision of mobile computing, setup of home office workplaces for teleworkers and high-security, yet economically viable...
- Tags: Information Technology, NCP Network Communications Products Engineering, LDI, PKI, VPNs, Network Security, Modems, Remote Access, Security, Networking, Hardware, Components
- Case studies 2009-01-01
- PCI DSS and the Wireless Connection: Pay Attention - TJX Was No Accident!
- There's a New Sherriff in Town and He's Getting Tough on Wireless Security. His name is the PCI DSS 1.2 and wireless security has finally been recognized as an important component of protecting the network and the WLAN.
- Tags: Accident, Wireless Security, Wireless, AirTight Networks, PCI, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Storage, Hardware
- Webcasts 2009-01-01
- Computers make the case for globalization
- Computers make the case for globalizationlol - What planet are you on?Essentially, your whole blog amounts to: globalization is good because a company can plug into a global supply chain and keep costs down. Did you go to school to learn that?Globalization is only possible because we can rape the...
- Tags: Operational accounting, computer, globalization, coffee maker, free trade, government
- Discussion threads 2008-11-14
- Is Your WLAN Helping You Comply with Security Guidelines of the PCI Standard?
- This white paper provides an overview of security threats in a wireless LAN WLAN environment, many of which go unnoticed. It discusses how HP ProCurve can help you deploy a secure and managed Wi-Fi infrastructure that can defend itself against wireless threats and help you comply with PCI guidelines.
- Tags: Security, Hewlett-Packard Co., WLAN, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, PCI, Wireless, Networking, Storage, Hardware
- White papers 2008-11-05
- Why Your Firewall, VPN, and IEEE 802.11i Aren't Enough to Protect Your Network
- Like any network technology, Wireless Local Area Networks WLANs need to be protected from security threats. Though recent developments in IEEE standards have been designed to help ensure privacy for authenticated WLAN users, WLAN clients and enterprise infrastructure can still be vulnerable to a variety of threats that are unique...
- Tags: VPN, Firewall, Hewlett-Packard Co., Network, WLAN, IEEE 802.11i, Wireless LANs, LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Networking
- White papers 2008-11-01
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