Wireless Networking

Which encryption method is the most secure for a wireless network?

WPA2.

In regard to Wi-Fi networks, what is WPS used for?

To enable connection to a Wi-Fi network without a Windows interface.

How many channels are available with IEEE 802.11g?

11

All 802.11 standards use one of two frequency bands. What are these frequency bands?

2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

What is the standard encryption method used with WPA2?

AES.

What is the last step of the basic wireless access point (WAP) setup?

Apply security.

Which mode uses a wireless access point (WAP) connected to a wired network?

Infrastructure.

When configuring a wireless router, why is changing the service set identifier (SSID) from the device default recommended?

To avoid telling hackers exactly what the device is.

What is it called when several computers are sharing files without a WAP?

ad-hoc mode.

What uses the 2.4-GHz band and runs at 54 Mbps?

802.11g