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WLAN
3.1 WLAN Basic Principles
Interconnections of computers and their components has reached a new level of quality for private users and organizations as well with the deployment of wireless technologies. The development of the WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) was a milestone in this process. WLANs bring with them their very specific security requirements, which is the subject of this section of the book.
The following aspects will be covered in detail:
- WLAN general features
- Security requirements
- Overview of the relevant standards
- ISO layers and encryption.
Supplemented by:
- WLAN architectures
- Components
- Configuring a WLAN
- Application examples, and
- A security checklist.
3.1.1 Advantages of Wireless Networks
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