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There are two types of wireless encryption. It's recommended to use encrypted connection even for your home use. Any way WEP was first employed to protect wireless connections, but because of the flaw in the algorithm it's very easy to decrypt. Nowadays it takes couple minutes to crack even if you have the longest and most complicated password ever. WPA is meant to fix problems found in WEP, the current version is WPA-PSK2 AES/TKIP. If you can use WPA-PSK2 AES. If you use a complicated password with 8 symbols at least there is no way to hack in a reasonable amount of time.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoThey are types of wireless encryption used to secure WiFi networks. WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol) is less secure than WPA (WiFi Protected Access). Always use WPA whenever possible.
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∙ 14y agoThey both encrypt the data using encryption keys. WPA is a lot better than WEP in doing this.
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Use of the wireless wep key?
WEP allows you to encrypt your wireless connection protection it from people you can use your private information against you. WEP cannot be trusted because of weakness in its encryption algorithm. It's better to use WPA, or if you can WPA-PSK2 AES.
What does a WEP or WPA key mean for the Xbox 360?
wep and wpa both are encryption standards to make a more secure wifi network, so your xbox needs to have the same wep/wpa code that your router is set to. if you have to choose between wep or wpa, choose wpa if possible because it is virtualy uncrackable and it will save your bacon
What replaced WEP?
WEP has been replaced by WPA.
How do you get WPA key on Nintendo DS lite?
You can't, the DS lite cannot use WPA encryption. It can only use WEP.
What does WPA-PSK stands for?
WPA-PSK is a type of encryption which must be used if you have choose between WEP and WPA-PSK. If you have an option to use WPA-PSK2 to use it because it's even better. PS: The problem with WEP is that it takes about 5 minutes to hack it. For WPA-PSK with password of at least 8 symbols it might take years if the password is complicated enough.
When I change my WPA key to WEP it doesn't save Help?
WPA and WEP are not compatible with each other. They are completely different kinds of encryption.
If your laptop only supports WEP encryption but your wireless router has a WPA key are you able to use the laptop with the wireless?
If your computer only supports WEP encryption, but the wireless network uses WPA, you will not be able to connect to the network. However, most wireless networks can be configured to use WEP security or no security, which will allow you to connect. The trade-off is that the network becomes less secure. WEP encryption is possible to defeat, and turning off security will allow anyone connected to the network to view all data traffic, including private information. A better option may be to purchase a wireless adapter that supports WPA encryption. WPA was developed to fix the flaws of WEP, and is much stronger.
What security measures can be put in place in the use of the internet?
Using encryption, such as WEP and WPA(2).
Do you need to set your route up with wep?
It is not necessary to protect your wireless signal with an encrytion key, such as WEP, WPA, etc., but keep in mind that if you don't, anyone can access your wireless internet. Unauthorized accessers can slow down the connection and hack whatever else is connected, such as computers, for sensitive information, such as credit card numbers. The Nintendo DS supports WEP and WPA security ONLY. All other consoles that use wireless support more advanced encryption, such as WPA-PSK.
What encryption method is used by WPA for wireless networks?
Transport Layer Security (TLS) and its predecessor, Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), both of which are frequently referred to as 'SSL', are cryptographic protocols that provide communications security over a computer network. TLS supports many different methods for exchanging keys, encrypting data. If you want a free ssl certificate for your website visit here: ssl.comodo.com/free-ssl-certificate.php
I have a DSi and connect to WPA-2 and Pokemon diamond asks for a WEP can I still connect on Pokemon Diamond with WPA-2?
no i had to change mine back to a wep
What two encryption methods are used in wireless networks?
The three main methods of encryption for 802.11 wireless networks are the following: # WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) # WPA (WiFi Protected Access) # WPA2 (WiFi Protected Acess)
