CAUTION:¡ WIRELESS NETWORKING: PREVENTING A DATA DISASTER

Sure you''re vulnerable. Now here''s what you do about it Calm down. There are definite dangers associated with wireless networking, but you hold the antidote in your hands. This guide, written by a respected security consultant, separates the genuine threats from the hype and hysteria. Then it tells you how to guard against virus attacks, hackers and crackers, rogue access points, drive-by downloads, sniffers, wardrivers, and other very real threats. By following the advice in these pages, you can make your Wi-Fi network as safe as it can be. Understand how Wi-Fi works and what makes it vulnerable Take a look inside the hacker community and see what makes them tick Learn to recognize specific attacks Check your system for weaknesses crackers can exploit Hide your network from unwanted snoops and hackers by changing default settings and using encryption Be able to identify hoaxes and see why they make you vulnerable Guard your hardware with electrical protection, proper grounding, and regular maintenance Deal with common Wi-Fi problems, such as multipath interference and overlapping channels Protect your privacy from spyware, ISP monitoring, and other invaders At last, a book dedicated to alleviating the fears that users may have about the security of their wireless home network. This no-nonsense guide is for wireless home networkers who want to protect their data from hackers, crackers, viruses, and worms. Written in non-technical language that''s perfect for both novices and intermediate users, this book offers a brief introduction to wireless networking and identifies the most common internal and external pitfalls-and ways to avoid and correct them. * The ideal reference for computer users with a wireless network who need facts separated from fiction to learn what is necessary to protect their networks * Real-world examples help demystify viruses, worms, cryptography, and identity theft, while expert advice, cool techniques, and step-by-step instructions give readers the know-how they need to secure a WLAN and protect their privacy * Covers the latest computer security threats and countermeasures, addressing problems that older titles do not cover, particularly in th