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How can I access my secured wireless network without the security key?
Learn how to use BackTrack to access your secured wireless network from our enterprise security expert Michael Gregg. Ask the Expert
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Using NAC for smartphone security on wireless LAN
As unmanaged, Wi-Fi-enabled smartphones proliferate on corporate networks, network managers should use wireless network access control (NAC) to give them an idea of what's on the network and how they can secure those devices. Article
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Can a network's IP address be stolen for the use of criminal activity?
Learn how open access points (APs) in your business can endanger the security of your local Internet connection, in this expert advice. Ask the Expert
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Where can I find a wire driver that unblocks recognized passwords?
Learn some Windows tools that can be used to automatically recover wireless passwords by collecting and analyzing packets sent from the device and relaying the password, from our expert Michael Gregg. Ask the Expert
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Will using a VPN protect me against fake wireless hotspots?
Learn how to avoid data theft from phishing or connecting to a fake hotspot, by using a VPN, and various other secure browsing techniques, from our expert Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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Fluke gets WLAN design, management, security cred with AirMagnet
Wireless LAN design, management and security are more critical than ever. As enterprises build out networks that include both wired and wireless infrastructure, network management needs a platform that can manage a network regardless of the medium on... Article
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Is WPA2 secure enough for a commercial business wireless network?
Our expert explains whether industry standard WPA2 is secure enough for wireless commercial business networks, in this response. Ask the Expert
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Health center cut cost securing wireless network edge with Aerohive
In this case study, El Centro Regional Medical Center (ECRMC) discovered it could cut costs when securing its 802.11n wireless network at the edge by choosing to use Aerohive's access points (APs), which have built-in firewalls. Article
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Wi-Fi RTLS for WLAN management, location-based security, asset tracking
Real-time location systems (RTLS) for wireless LANs -- Wi-Fi RTLS -- enable enterprises to improve everything from WLAN management and security to asset tracking. To get the most out of Wi-Fi RTLS, enterprises must design their WLANs carefully. Article
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Wireless LAN performance management and security standards beefed up
Wi-fi may be taking off in the enterprise at lighting pace, but wireless LAN security, access control and performance management still strike fear in the hearts of engineers and administrators. Interview