Better 802.11 Security
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, which develops 802.11 and other technical standards, was already working on 802.11i, a version with improved security. But that standard probably won't be implemented for a year or more, and it may require hardware upgrades. So the Wi-Fi Alliance--the trade group that certifies the interoperability of its members' products--decided to step in with interim technology that works with existing hardware.
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