Article ID : 00009476 / Last Modified : 05/25/2022 Wireless encryption secures your wireless network with an authentication protocol. It requires a password or network key when a user or device tries to connect. If your wireless network isn't secure, unauthorized users could access your network and obtain personal information or use your internet connection for malicious or illegal activity. Your network speed or performance may decrease if people use your network without your knowledge. The following information provides details about different types of wireless encryptions that are commonly supported on most Wi-Fi® enabled devices, adapters, and routers.
IMPORTANT: There are multiple vulnerabilities found in the Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) wireless LAN communication protocol. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)Advantages
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