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refine the parameter list or to warn the WLAN manager of an intrusion
attempt and initiate countermeasures such as blocking an identified rogue
device from associating or maintaining a connection with the WLAN.
Intrusion detection software can also monitor network activity to detect
any attacks on the WLAN, such as DoS attacks or session highjacking, and to
ensure that all authorised devices are complying with the security policies
in force.
Wireless Hotspot Security
Wi-Fi hotspots provide public wireless connections to the Internet at
convenient locations such as coffee shops, hotel and airport lounges.
The requirement for easy public ...