Sony SA-NS310 Operating Instructions Manual page 34

x WPA
Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access. An
encryption standard for wireless LAN
networks created by the Wi-Fi Alliance to
remedy a number of serious security problems
in the WEP system. In addition to the network
name (SSID) and encryption key (WEP), this
protocol uses a user authentication framework
called "EAP" (Extensible Authentication
Protocol) and a protocol called "TKIP"
(Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) which
automatically updates the encryption code at
regular intervals for higher security.
x WPA2
Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access 2.
An encryption standard for wireless LAN
networks. As an upgraded version of WPA
created by the Wi-Fi Alliance, this standard
uses AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
cryptography to provide stronger security than
WPA.
x WPS
Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Setup. A
wireless network standard created by the Wi-
Fi Alliance to allow you to set up a wireless
network easily. A push button configuration
method and a PIN code method are available.
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x About wireless LAN security
Since communication via the wireless LAN
function is established by radio waves, the
wireless signal may be susceptible to
interception. To protect wireless
communication, this system supports various
security functions. Be sure to correctly
configure the security settings in accordance
with your network environment.
No Security
Although you can easily make settings,
anyone can intercept wireless communication
or intrude into your wireless network, even
without any sophisticated tools. Keep in mind
that there is a risk of unauthorized access or
interception of data.
WEP
WEP applies security to communications to
prevent outsiders from intercepting
communications or intruding into your
wireless network. WEP is a legacy security
technology that enables older devices, which
do not support TKIP/AES, to be connected.
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)
TKIP is a security technology developed to
correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
assures a higher security level than WEP.
WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)
AES is a security technology that uses an
advanced security method that is distinct from
WEP and TKIP. AES assures a higher security
level than WEP or TKIP.