How do I ensure compatibility of WEP keys between products?
When using a pass phrase to generate a WEP key there is no guarantee the same key will be generated on 2 different products. This is especially true when using routers, WAP and/or wireless access cards from varying venders. If you do use a pass phrase, and it does work for you, then it is entirely possible for someone to hack your WEP key, with a dictionary attack, or even just by guessing. The best WEP, known as a Strong WEP Key, key is a randomly generated 128-bit (or 64-bit if you must) key. However, coming up with a completely random set of 16 acceptable characters (0-9 A-F) is, next to, impossible. To generate a STRONG WEP key, you can use the generator located at: »www.warewolflabs.com/portfolio/p···skg.html If you are concerned about using this web-based generator, never fearThere is a downloadable application available at: »www.kingsley-hughes.com/tech/sec···/wep.htm Some experts, recommend changing your WEP keys weekly. With one of the these applications making it so easy to g
