EarthLink added Wi-Fi to its arsenal of wireless offerings on Tuesday. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading
Retailers Defend Low Level Of Security On Wireless LANs
More high-profile retail chains are being fingered for not fully securing wireless LANs installed in their stores. But several retailers said they’re not exposing any sensitive data, and some security analysts agreed that the risks don’t appear to be great. Via [computerworld.com]… Continue Reading
Wireless Networks Vulnerable To Intrusion
The rapid growth of wireless networks in homes and offices across the country shows that businesses and consumers are willing to unplug from their hard-wired networks in order to roam free. And evidence from computer security professionals indicates that most of those have not taken the steps necessary to protect their networks from intrusion by… Continue Reading
Seven Security Problems Of 802.11 Wireless
Before you uncrate one piece of network equipment for a mass deployment, you need to have the right design in place. Good network design is often the difference between a successful rollout and a torrent of user complaints. Many organizations are now considering deployment of wireless LANs and are working on the basic network designs… Continue Reading
Why 3G Should Fear The Wireless LAN
Fast-forward three years: Wireless carriers have completed the build-out of their third-generation networks. Now consumers have “always on” connectivity and can take advantage of high data rates on their handsets or PDAs. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi In The Steel City
A growing number of cities are setting up Wi-Fi access in public outdoor areas like parks for business districts. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading
Wireless Strategy Behind Closed Doors
About 20 academics, business executives and members of government agencies begin meeting Monday behind closed doors in Washington, D.C., to discuss their concerns about wireless security. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading
AirMagnet 1.2 Reveals WLAN Trouble Spots
AirMagnet 1.2 is a no-frills wireless sniffer for the Pocket PC platform from startup AirMagnet. The sniffer is easy to use right out of the box, and in eWeek Labs’ tests the system provided consistently accurate information about WLAN traffic. AirMagnet is a great choice for network managers who need to perform wireless site surveys… Continue Reading
PC Magazine And eWeek Announce i3 Winners
On May 7 at the NetWorld+Interop show, PC Magazine and eWEEK announced the winners of the second annual i3 awards for innovative networking technologies. Via [pcmag.com]… Continue Reading
Cell Phones, PDAs Catch Wi-Fi Fever
Already a hit in millions of homes and businesses, the wireless technology known as Wi-Fi is being used to extend the capabilities of cell phones and personal digital assistants. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading
High Wireless Acts
Donna Gallagher’s sitting in the sunroom with her laptop computer, clicking away on the eBay auction site. She drifts into the bedroom, still clicking and bidding. Whoops — now it’s the bathroom — but that Prada bag isn’t going to get away from her. Via [washingtonpost.com]… Continue Reading
Wireless LAN Security: A Short History
If you’re holding back on an 802.11 deployment because of security concerns, you’re not alone. Research indicates that the perceived insecurity of wireless networks is a major inhibitor to further market growth. Via [oreillynet.com]… Continue Reading
Network Monitor Adds Support For 802.11b Wireless
Network monitoring and analysis vendor Network Instruments LLC on Tuesday said it’s adding the 802.11b wireless LAN standard to the list of protocols it analyzes. Via [internetweek.com]… Continue Reading
Peddling Snake Oil As Security
Wireless security vendors are trying to create a market where none exists. As always, the key to better wireless security is better practice, not new products. Via [securityfocus.com]… Continue Reading
Wireless Broadband In A Box
Non-line-of-sight wireless systems promise strong signals for high-speed Internet access. Via [spectrum.ieee.org]… Continue Reading