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Hacking Wireless Networks For Dummies

Hacking Wireless Networks For Dummies


By Kevin Beaver, Peter T. Davis, Devin K. Akin

ISBN: 978-0-7645-9730-5
Format: Paper
Pages: 384 Pages
Pub. Date: September 2005

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Price: $24.99
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Become a cyber-hero - know the common wireless weaknesses

"Reading a book like this one is a worthy endeavor toward becoming an experienced wireless security professional."
--Devin Akin - CTO, The Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) Program

Wireless networks are so convenient - not only for you, but also for those nefarious types who'd like to invade them. The only way to know if your system can be penetrated is to simulate an attack. This book shows you how, along with how to strengthen any weak spots you find in your network's armor.

Discover how to:

  • Perform ethical hacks without compromising a system
  • Combat denial of service and WEP attacks
  • Understand how invaders think
  • Recognize the effects of different hacks
  • Protect against war drivers and rogue devices
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