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Old 10-14-2004, 05:27 PM   #7 (permalink)
Mephisto2
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Quote:
Originally Posted by zero2
5. Use WEP 128 bit encryption, choose a difficult passphrase, the weakness in WEP encryption is that the network key never changes, however, if you make a long passphrase, it will be harder for hackers to break in. You should also change the passphrase frequently.
You're confusing WEP and WPA.

WEP uses a single 128bit or 40bit key. You define it once on the AP and client.

WPA uses pass-phrases (also defined on the AP and client) to dynamically and regularly calculate a new WEP key.


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