Wireless Internet

As much as wireless providers assure their customers of the security of their wireless networks, the security offered is always a tradeoff between cost, speed and other factors. Many wireless ISP's do not even publish their security measures, so it really can be a hit and miss affair. Without appropriate protection your wireless communications can be exploited by others - easily.

ItsManaged has the resources and facilities to ensure you can use wireless with the levels of security you and your organisation needs. We don't resell anyone's wireless services, so you can trust our advice and experience. 

When you login to a wireless network, all your data is dispersed at the speed of light in all directions - available for anyone with a will to sniff your information, passwords, security keys and other vital data.

Wireless encryption standards have been developed over the past few years, but sadly, some of these standards are notoriously weak security measures, broken easily by hackers. You can download crack tools from the Internet, so anyone with a will can break into your communications.

There are other, equally important risks to consider too - your wireless path eventually connects you directly to the Internet - completely open and unprotected communications, so even if you wireless is secure, your communications may not be.Your laptop or wireless PC too is another source of vulnerability - even if it is not connected to a wireless network, as hackers can use your open wireless connection to hack into your PC or network.

Risk is everywhere, and can never be completely eliminated, but there is always the appropriate level of protection that suits your business or organisation. Finding the appropriate level is important - more security and you are wasting money, not enough and you are taking unacceptable risks with your business. Talk to us about your wireless use and requirements. We have the experience and know-how to advise you what your requirements are.