6. Wireless Network Precautions

Wireless networking is a very convenient invention; however, it poses a lot more security issues than wired networks.  They are easier to break into than wired networks.  Because of these safety issues, programs have been created to take precautions on securing your network.  An example of a security program is the CWID used at Montclair State University.  WID stands for wireless intrusion detection.  This prevents unauthorized users from accessing personal information, in particular with MSU, students’ accounts and educational information.

            A WIPS, wireless intrusion prevention system, is a program designed to act against unauthorized sources of a network.  It is made to detect when an intruding source has accessed the network and can deny or block further access.  This happens automatically – when an unauthorized computer accesses the network, the WIPS detects it and classifies it under a certain type of threat.  Further measures are taken once the kind of threat is identified and interpreted




http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireless_Intrusion_Prevention_System
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireless_security