Term 181
Wi-Fi Protected Access
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security standard designed to secure wireless networks by encrypting data and controlling access, replacing the older and less secure WEP standard.
Acronym study
Terms 181–189 of 189 220-1101 acronyms and key terms. Each entry includes a plain-English definition and a link to the full 800-word glossary page with exam context and practice questions.
Term 181
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security standard designed to secure wireless networks by encrypting data and controlling access, replacing the older and less secure WEP standard.
Term 182
A network security feature designed to simplify the process of connecting devices to a Wi-Fi network by using a push button or PIN instead of entering the full password.
Term 183
A Wide Area Network (WAN) is a telecommunications network that connects computers and devices across large geographical distances, such as between cities or countries.
Term 184
WinRM is Microsoft's implementation of WS-Management, enabling secure remote management of Windows systems over HTTP/HTTPS.
Term 185
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a security protocol for wireless networks, designed to provide a level of data confidentiality comparable to a wired LAN.
Term 186
A set of rules that allows mobile devices to connect to the internet over a wireless network, primarily used in older mobile phone systems to access web content.
Term 187
A Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) delivers internet access to customers using radio signals instead of physical cables like fiber or DSL.
Term 188
A Wireless LAN (WLAN) is a network that connects devices like laptops and phones to each other and the internet using radio waves instead of physical cables.
Term 189
A wireless network that connects devices over a large geographic area using cellular or satellite technology, like the internet on your phone without cables.