COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
COMPUTER NETWORKING
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Truth: wireless networks are less secure than wired. Communication signals being transmitted through the air/ radio waves are far more likely to get intercepted if the proper encryption (security) technologies are not in place.
Detailed explanation-2: -Which one of the following statements about wireless networks is TRUE? They cannot be intercepted by unknown users.
Detailed explanation-3: -Generally, wireless networks are a bit less secure than wired networks. The main reason for this is the communication signals that get transmitted through the air and easier to intercept by bad actors.
Detailed explanation-4: -Today, most websites do use encryption to protect your information. Because of the widespread use of encryption, connecting through a public Wi-Fi network is usually safe.