A network administrator is setting up a wireless network in a busy corporate office with numerous other wireless networks. The administrator wants to make sure the new network can be easily identified by staff while ensuring it is configured securely. What is the best practice when naming this new network?
Retain the default SSID provided by the wireless hardware manufacturer.
Include specific department details in the SSID to clearly indicate its intended users.
Use a generic name such as "wireless" to prevent confusion.
Create a descriptive and unique SSID that references the company while avoiding sensitive internal details.
The best practice is to create a descriptive, unique SSID that references the organization (for example, CompanyName_WiFi or CompanyName_Staff) without revealing sensitive internal details. A clear, distinctive name helps employees quickly recognize the correct network and reduces the risk of accidental connections to other nearby APs. Generic names can lead to confusion, while keeping the default SSID may advertise the hardware vendor and invite attacks. Including highly specific information such as the Finance or HR department can expose unnecessary details about the network's internal structure.
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