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January 30, 2003 at 05:34 AM

Can WEP enabled PC connect to non-WEP AP

Forgive the ignorance that this question highlights. I understand the basics of enabled WEP on a wireless NIC and AP. Is it possible for a WEP enabled NIC to sucessfully connect to a non-WEP enabled AP? If so, what type of info would the AP record for the client that connected in such a fashion? (MAC address etc.)Would it be possible to access the client directly from the network that the AP is attached to? The issue comes about with a PC (company A) being able to conenct to “Company B” networksince they don’t have WEP enabled. Obviously “Company B” should correct this but is there any potential harm in “Company B” accessing “Company A” ‘s PC?

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