HP Hx2795b HP iPAQ hx2000 series Pocket PC - User's Guide - Page 105

Using Wi-Fi (not available on all models) (Continued) Term Security Set Identifier (SSID) Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) Wireless Access Point Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) Definition A sequence of 32 characters uniquely defining (naming) a WLAN. Basically, each set of wireless devices communicating with each other is called a basic service set (BSS). Several BSSs can be joined to form one logical WLAN, called an extended service set (ESS). An SSID is the 1-32 alphanumeric, case-sensitive name given to each ESS. The Wi-Fi encryption method that protects unauthorized network access by utilizing a setup password (for personal use) or by verifying network users through a server (for enterprise use). A way of managing the association of workstation names and locations with IP addresses. Basic wireless security provided by Wi-Fi. This security uses an encryption key that automatically encrypts outgoing wireless data. On the receiving side, the same encryption key enables the computer to automatically decrypt the information so it can be read. A wireless LAN transceiver or "base station" that can connect a wired LAN to one or many wireless devices. In addition, access points can also bridge to each other. A certification for wireless LAN products based on the IEEE 802.11 standard. User's Guide 8-9