How to Encrypt An Access Point

[Tamblot]

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not that much if encryption only. If you use VPN though, there is a noticeable delay to voice and video traffic.
It would primarily depends on the box that you are using.

[BayouPinoy]

There is some anecdoctal evidence to suggest that WEP can decrease wireless speed by 10-50%, depending upon implementation and the device in use. VPN further penalizes speed as this does involve a decryption step. I experimented with comparing 64 vs 128 bit encryption on my home network --- an 802.11b based network-- the speed difference was noticeable with the increase in encryption level.

[nomadix]

Good Day Istorians,

Query lang, unsaon pag encrypt ani ako access point, actually this not brand new, guihatag rani sa ako friend. the unit is still working but my problem is that, anyone who has a WIFI and within the range can access the network. i want to have users to key in a WEP before they can access to my network.. unsaon ni mga bro... thanks

are you trying to use your AP in an office scenario or a home network scenario?

If your Network or Access Point supports it, you should enable it to keep prying eyes off your data and network. Most Access Points support 48-bit (also referred to as 64-bit) encryption, while some support the more advanced 128-bit Encryption.

you can configure your encryption method as WEP using
windows or utility software.

Be aware that using WEP on your Wireless Network can have a minor performance/throughput hit negatively, but is usually small and worth the added Security.


however, if it's just a home network, only the casual low-grade hacker who wants free internet access that you need to be concerned about.

I use open wireless encryption right now. (network mode: Infrastructure using Linksys on a Cisco AP)

[acronis]

There is some anecdoctal evidence to suggest that WEP can decrease wireless speed by 10-50%, depending upon implementation and the device in use. VPN further penalizes speed as this does involve a decryption step. I experimented with comparing 64 vs 128 bit encryption on my home network --- an 802.11b based network-- the speed difference was noticeable with the increase in encryption level.

so in your opinion... which is the best setup to implement? enable a 128 bit encryption (WEP or WPA?) or sacrifice security by just using 64 bit encryption for better speed?

[BayouPinoy]

If I started from scratch and able to spec my own hardware, I'd spring for the latest and greatest wi-fi device/standard and enable 128 bit WEP (802.11 g is 54 Mbps vs. 802.11b 11 Mbps). If WPA is available on my device, I would prefer it over WEP and if I am satisfied with the speed, I would keep it. If I really wanted speed as well as signal strength, I'd spring for one of those souped up MIMO-type devices. If i have "legacy" hardware/standard, e.g., 802.11b, then I would enable 64 bit encryption, change the default channel, and enable MAC filtering and make do with the speed. With my older hardware, I have 64 bit WEP enabled, and my son has no problem playing with his games on disney.com on my laptop. There is agreement that 64bit WEP is sufficient for home applications. The usual disclaimers apply and YMMV. For the enterprise, it appears that WPA is the norm.

so in your opinion... which is the best setup to implement? enable a 128 bit encryption (WEP or WPA?) or sacrifice security by just using 64 bit encryption for better speed?

[acronis]

ic, thanks for your reply.

[podperson]

just use 64 bit. I noticed that there is so significant difference in terms of security. If you use 128 bit its just more complicated and you willl most likely experience interfernce and speed reduction in your network. Don't bother with WPA since you have to download the patch from Microsoft and its only compatible with xp.

[Tamblot]

if your are just sharing internet connection then why bother? simply hinding your SSID is enough. Or even do MAC Address filtering.

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[rocknolds]

If your AP supports WPA2 CCMP/AES the latest vey sophisticated encryption then do it... configure the Radius server if it is supported and Allow only the MAC address of your friend and yours...

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