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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

And even though it’s been around since 2004, WPA2 remains the Wi-Fi security standard. The exact method for doing this may vary depending on your router manufacturer. It includes features such as Simultaneous Authentication of Equal (SAE), the Dragonfly handshake, simplified setup, better IoT device security, and future proofing.

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Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 Explained

eSecurity Planet

A wireless network can be a cellular network, wireless LAN or other sensor or communications network, but Wi-Fi is the wireless network protocol people are generally most familiar with. Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) — introduced in 2004 — remains the most popular wireless security protocol. How Does Wireless Security Work?