5.3. Exam Essentials
Know the names, purpose, and characteristics of wireless security.
Wireless networks can be encrypted through WEP and WAP technologies. Wireless controllers use special ID numbers (SSIDs) and must be configured in the network cards to allow communications. However, using ID number configurations doesn't necessarily prevent wireless networks from being monitored, and there are vulnerabilities specific to wireless devices.
Install, configure, upgrade, and optimize hardware, software, and data security.
For this objective, you're expected to know the basics of the following items: BIOS security, malicious software protection, password management, and the importance of locking workstations.
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