220-1102 · Question #329
Which of the following is an advantage of using WPA2 instead of WPA3?
The correct answer is C. Device compatibility. WPA2 offers broader device compatibility compared to WPA3 because it has been the widely adopted standard for a longer period, meaning older devices may not support WPA3.
Question
Which of the following is an advantage of using WPA2 instead of WPA3?
Options
- AConnection security
- BEncryption key length
- CDevice compatibility
- DOffline decryption resistance
How the community answered
(18 responses)- A6% (1)
- C89% (16)
- D6% (1)
Why each option
WPA2 offers broader device compatibility compared to WPA3 because it has been the widely adopted standard for a longer period, meaning older devices may not support WPA3.
WPA3 generally offers stronger connection security than WPA2, especially with features like Simultaneous Authentication of Equals (SAE) and enhanced encryption.
WPA3 uses stronger encryption key lengths and algorithms than WPA2, such as 192-bit cryptographic strength in its Enterprise mode.
WPA2 has been the standard for many years, meaning a vast majority of Wi-Fi-capable devices, including older ones, support it, offering greater device compatibility compared to the newer WPA3 standard.
WPA3 provides enhanced protection against offline dictionary attacks (offline decryption resistance) through SAE, a significant improvement over WPA2's pre-shared key (PSK) authentication.
Concept tested: Wi-Fi security protocol comparison - WPA2 vs WPA3
Source: https://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/security
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