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220-1102 · Question #171

Which of the following is the STRONGEST wireless configuration?

The correct answer is B. WPA3. WPA3 is currently the strongest wireless security configuration available, offering enhanced encryption and authentication protocols.

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Question

Which of the following is the STRONGEST wireless configuration?

Options

  • AWPS
  • BWPA3
  • CWEP
  • DWMN

How the community answered

(27 responses)
  • B
    89% (24)
  • C
    7% (2)
  • D
    4% (1)

Why each option

WPA3 is currently the strongest wireless security configuration available, offering enhanced encryption and authentication protocols.

AWPS

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature designed for easy setup of wireless devices but has known security vulnerabilities that can be exploited, making it a weaker configuration.

BWPA3Correct

WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3) is the latest and most secure Wi-Fi security standard. It provides stronger encryption, more robust protection against brute-force attacks, and improved privacy for open, unencrypted networks through Wi-Fi Enhanced Open.

CWEP

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is an outdated wireless security protocol that is highly vulnerable to attacks and can be easily cracked, offering very weak protection.

DWMN

WMN (Wireless Mesh Network) describes a network architecture where nodes relay data for each other, but it is not a security protocol or configuration itself.

Concept tested: Wireless security protocols strength

Source: https://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/security

Topics

#Wireless security#WPA3#Network security protocols#WEP

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