Wireless Security

Correct Answer: Disable SSID broadcast

The best practice for securing a wireless network is to 'Disable SSID broadcast'. By disabling the SSID broadcast, it makes it difficult for unauthorized users to see your network. However, it's not foolproof, because some software can still sniff out your network. On the other hand, 'Use a simple WEP password' is not a good practice as WEP is an older and less secure encryption method. 'Enable unsecured guest access' is wrong as it would allow anyone including potential attackers to access your network. 'Use default admin credentials for access points' is also undesirable, as it would leave your network vulnerable to anyone who knows the default credentials, which can often be easily found online.

Correct Answer: A MAC address filter only allows specific devices to connect, while a WPA key encrypts data transmission on the network

A MAC address filter and a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) key serve different roles in network security. A MAC (Media Access Control) address filter is used to allow or deny network access to specific devices based on their MAC address, which is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces. This means the first answer statement is correct. On the other hand, a WPA key is a type of security protocol used to encrypt data transmission over a wireless network. That means the second answer statement got this backwards and is not correct. The third answer option is incorrect as a MAC address filter does not allow any device to connect to the network; only those with allowed MAC addresses can connect. Lastly, the fourth option is incorrect as well, MAC address filter and WPA key are not the same. They are different methods of providing security on a network, each with its own unique approach and purpose.

Correct Answer: To provide wireless clients access to a wired network

The main purpose of a wireless access point (WAP) is to provide wireless clients access to a wired network. This is accomplished by converting data from the wired Ethernet standard into a wireless protocol that can be received by wireless devices. The other options are incorrect because, while a WAP can have encryption and security features, these are not its main purpose. Also, monitoring wireless traffic for security threats is typically a function of a network security appliance or software, not a WAP.