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How do wireless IDSs get their data?

How do wireless IDSs get their data?



Answer: In centralized wireless intrusion detection system, each access point becomes a wireless IDS agent, sending appropriate information to the central wireless IDS console. The console transfers the data to an IDS database. It also sorts through data in the database to find indications of problems.

What is the purpose of a wireless IDS?

What is the purpose of a wireless IDS?



Answer: It is to collect data from wireless access points that can be used to detect attacks.

How long must passphrases be for adequate security?

How long must passphrases be for adequate security?



Answer: Passphrases must be at least 20 characters long for adequate security, but preferably greater than 20 characters.

How are PSK/personal keys generated?

How are PSK/personal keys generated?



Answer: The administrator types a passphrase into every client and into the access point.