100-150 Question 291
Single answerA company with a small office network is setting up a new wireless access point for employees to access internal resources. They are concerned about security and want to ensure the wireless network is protected from unauthorized access. The company does not have a centralized authentication server like RADIUS. Which wireless security option should they choose?
- A
WPA2-Personal
- B
WPA2-Enterprise
- C
WPA3-Personal
- D
Open Network without Encryption
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
For a small office network without a centralized authentication server, WPA2-Personal is the most secure and practical option. It provides strong encryption using a pre-shared key, ensuring the wireless network is protected from unauthorized access. While WPA3-Personal is more secure, it may not be supported on all devices in the network, making WPA2-Personal the best choice for this scenario.
- A. Correct.
WPA2-Personal is the appropriate choice for small networks without a centralized authentication server. It uses a pre-shared key (PSK) for secure access and provides robust encryption.
- B. Incorrect.
WPA2-Enterprise requires a centralized authentication server, such as RADIUS, which the company does not have. This makes it unsuitable for their current setup.
- C. Incorrect.
WPA3-Personal offers stronger encryption than WPA2-Personal, but it is not mentioned in the scenario whether their devices support WPA3. Without compatibility assurance, this option may not work.
- D. Incorrect.
An open network without encryption provides no security, leaving the network vulnerable to unauthorized access and data interception.