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4 Configuring Wireless Networks
Android also supports a number of wireless security protocols based on a passphrase or certificate which
may vary by device. Protocols commonly include:
Common Android Wireless Security Protocols
 None
 WEP
 WPA/WPA2
 802.1x EAP
Running a Wi-Fi network with no security or with WEP security is not recommended. Use of 802.1x EAP
with MS_CHAPv2 secondary authentication is also not recommended due to security vulnerabilities in the
protocol.
As with VPN solutions, Wi-Fi security solutions are available which authenticate a particular user and/or
device and can help protect against malware. It is possible to use a VPN in combination with a Wi-Fi
network.
Android devices do not require a PIN lock to protect access to a Wi-Fi network.