IEEE 802.11i: Also known as WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2), IEEE 802.11i is an amendment to the original IEEE 802.11 standard, providing enhanced security in wireless networks. It includes provisions for robust encryption via Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), secure authentication methods, and key management protocols, ensuring the protection of sensitive information in a wireless environment. While IEEE 802.11i and WPA2 are commonly used to mean the same thing, it should be noted that IEEE 802.11i is a standard, while WPA2 is a security protocol that uses the IEEE 802.11i standard.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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