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still provides some measure of security. WEP relies on the use of identical static keys deployed on

client stations and access points. In WEP, you can set the Authentication Type for Open System,

Shared Key, or Open/Shared. Select 64.bit, 128bit or 152.bit encryption and enter the WEP key as

appropriate. ".

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Key Generator: The “Key generator” function generates a randomized encryption key of the

appropriate length automatically. The key is initially shown in plain text so the

user has the opportunity to copy the key. Once the Key is applied, there is no

longer displayed in plain text.

That same WEP key must also be set on each wireless clients those are to become part of the wireless

network. For greater security, set authentication type to “shared Key, and if "shared key" is accepted,

then each wireless device must also be coded for "shared key”.

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