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K. A. CochranCybersecurity Essentialshttps://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-0432-8_9

9. Securing the Airwaves: Essentials of Wireless Security

Kodi A. Cochran1  
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Infrastructure, WV Dept of Shared Administration, Charleston, WV, USA
 

Wireless networks have become a standard of modern society, offering unparalleled convenience and connectivity. From Wi-Fi in homes and offices to cellular networks enabling mobile communication, wireless technology provides a significant portion of our daily digital interactions. These networks use radio waves to connect devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets to the Internet and each other, eliminating the need for physical ...

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