FC6P01 Wireless Security: Design, Implementation, and Testing Report

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of wireless security, beginning with an introduction to wireless technologies and their vulnerabilities. It explores various wireless protocols and security systems, emphasizing the importance of robust network design. The report details the design, implementation, and testing phases of a secure wireless network, covering protocols like WEP, WPA, and WPA2. It also discusses practical aspects such as SSID configuration and the identification of potential security threats. The aim is to provide a thorough understanding of wireless network security, from identifying vulnerabilities to implementing and testing effective security measures. The report also includes background information on different network types like PAN, LAN, WAN and MAN. Furthermore, it also covers the basics of bandwidth, signal power, modulation, and wireless performance evaluation.