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Wireless LAN Authentication Methods (PSK vs EAP)

by Keserasera 2023. 3. 24.

Wireless LAN Authentication Methods (PSK vs EAP)

When using a wireless VOIP phone (Wi-Fi Phone), there are two authentication methods.

PSK(Pre Shared Key)

 

  • Authenticates access to the AP by sharing a pre-defined key between the device and the AP without an authentication server (no scalability).
  • Operates in Personal Mode (WPA-PSK) and Enterprise Mode (WPA-Enterprise).
  • Functions at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer), allowing for the implementation of strong network access policies.
  • Unauthorized users are blocked from network access through port control.
  • Utilizes IEEE 802.1x port-based access control.

 

EAP(Extensible Authentication Protocol)

 

  • Developed for user authentication via PPP procedures over wired networks.
  • Applicable to all link layers and designed to use various authentication methods.
  • An authentication mechanism that does not involve the authentication protocol between the device and the authentication server.
  • Used in conjunction with separate authentication systems like RADIUS, allowing users to authenticate their devices using IDs, passwords, etc.

 

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