Caution! Wireless Networking : Preventing a Data Disaster
暫譯: 小心！無線網路：防止資料災難

Description:

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 the areas of virus protection

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments.

Part I: Understanding the Threat.

Chapter 1: A Brief Overview of Wi-Fi.

Chapter 2: Network Fundamentals and Security Concerns.

Chapter 3: The People Behind the Problem.

Chapter 4: Hijacking Wi-Fi.

Chapter 5: More Wireless Attacks.

Chapter 6: Wardriving.

Chapter 7: Viruses and Wi-Fi.

Part II: Protecting Yourself.

Chapter 8: Technical Pitfalls and Solutions.

Chapter 9: Wireless Privacy Concerns.

Chapter 10: Encryption and Wi-Fi.

Chapter 11: Securing Your WLAN.

Chapter 12: Protecting Your Wi-Fi Data.

Appendix A: Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Resources.

Appendix B: Wireless Standards.

Glossary.

Index.