Re: WLAN Access Suggestions
From: Roby (roby_at_no-address.net)
Date: 02/22/05
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Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2005 07:40:00 -0500
Paul Wilhelm Elsinghorst wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I'd like to use WLAN in addition to my home LAN. There are several clients
> connected to a switch that use a linux box for routing to the internet.
> Now I'm looking for some WLAN access point that I can connect to my switch
> to use WLAN for example from my notebook instead of the LAN cable.
>
> The access point should have MAC authentication and be configurable via
> HTTP from the LAN side - no MS software tool!
>
> Any suggestions for a secure and not too cost intensive solution will be
> gladly appreciated! :-)
>
> Paul
The access point is easy: setup via http is supported by most boxes and your
favorite browser will do the job. MAC authentication is also commonly
supported. Since spoofing a MAC address is so easy, this offers very
little in security. Encryption is more secure, but not completely safe.
Finding wireless clients for linux is more challenging, especially since
manufacturers seem to delight in changing chips without changing the model
number. It is wise to buy from a vendor that will accept a return without
penalty. Poke around the web for a good price for whatever card is rumored
to work (lately) with linux and try that. Or try the Asus wl-330g which
avoids all the pain by not needing a driver.
Roby
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