The Bottom Line
Lee Barken has put together an excellent and comprehensive book on wireless network security. This book covers the history and concepts as well as what you need to know about wi-fi security.
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage of wireless protocols
- Great chapter on how's and why's of "war driving"
- Covers both home and enterprise security
Cons
- None
Description
- Detailed discussion of the various protocols- new and old- and the pros and cons of each of them
- Chapter on "war driving" discusses hardware, software, tools, techniques and the ethical issues.
- Separate chapters on securing home wireless networks and enterprise wireless environments
- Parts of the book are possibly more technical than your average person can follow
- Good overview of secure connections and VPN across wireless networks
Guide Review - Book Review: How Secure Is Your Wireless Network?
Wireless networks are popping up everywhere. They are hot for home users and for corporations. They are springing up in coffee shops and book stores. But, anyone can intercept those airwaves so you need to be sure that you know how to secure your wireless network and protect your network and your computers from prying eyes. How Secure Is Your Wireless Network? provides detailed coverage of the available wireless protocols and the pitfalls of each (like interference with common household devices such as cordless phones and baby monitors). This book is a very good resource, but may be a little too technical for the non-computer gurus. Barken does a good job of explaining most of the concepts and steps in relatively plain English though.
