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COMP 349: Wireless Networks and Security
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Course Information
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    **Credit Hours**

    * 3

    **Prerequisites**

    * :doc:`comp301`

About
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This course will explore the wireless standards, authentication issues, and common configuration models for commercial versus institutional installations and analyze the security concerns associated with this ad-hoc method of networking.

Description
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In a mobile world, the ability to gain network access in a convenient manner, but yet securely,  is becoming more and more of a requirement.  This course will explore the wireless standards, authentication issues, common configuration models for commercial versus institution installs and analyze the security concerns associated with ad-hoc and standards-based methods of networking.

Outcome
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Students will gain an understanding of wireless networking, protocols, and standards and security issues.

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Syllabi
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