For a network administrator or curious end-user looking to do basic sniffing of the airwaves for WLAN traffic and locations, Kismet, NetStumbler and AirSnort have a price that’s hard to beat.
Via [newsfactor.com]
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Archive for August, 2003
A UK researcher has developed a sniffing tool to demonstrate security holes in the wireless technology.
Via [zdnet.com.com]
Continue reading ‘Software Tool Steals Data Via Bluetooth’
Presently, Wi-Fi comes in three flavors: 802.11A, 802.11B, and 802.11G. To help you decide which version will work best with your network, here is a discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of each of these standards.
Via [techrepublic.com.com]
Continue reading ‘Evaluating The Wireless Networking Options’
Rogue access points present a huge risk to network security. Here are several methods for minimizing the risks associated with rogue access points and a few products that can help detect them.
Via [techrepublic.com.com]
Continue reading ‘Stop Rogue Access Points From Showing Up On Your Network’
With commercial rollouts of Wi-Fi technology in planes fast approaching, users of laptops in cabins–as well as other public places–have been warned about an easy-to-overlook security threat: shoulder surfing.
Via [zdnet.com.com]
Continue reading ‘Airline Security Warns Of Shoulder Surfing’
Taking Wireless Show On The Road
Have a functional home wireless network? Maybe it’s time to take your show on the road.
Via [newsday.com]
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