The Mac address of the laptop should be entered to the Wi-Fi box and only those particular devices familiar to the system may be able access the Wi-Fi network, with the help of the security password. This is one more way of keeping the network secure. It is very important if the network is secured so that no one misuses it.
In the past, there were several threats in the form of emails sent from a Wi-Fi network which was unsecured and the felon was unable to be traced down. We try and keep the networks secured so that it is difficult for the felons to use these networks. This is an important step to prevent crime. Furthermore, crime can be reduced in that way.
Criterion O: Reflection on the interview
The use of Wi-Fi in India has increased a lot in the past few years, which is an alternative to using the local area network wires. Every technology has its drawbacks and there are some complains about the Wi-Fi technologies. Wi-Fi has become very popular and most of the people are having it set up in their houses, offices, etc.
The research done indicates that the major issue regarding the Wi-Fi network is that Wi-Fi networks are not secured and are being misused to send threat emails and gain personal information of the user. Masquerading of websites and hacking IP addresses leads those making use of Wi-Fi into problems and that they themselves are not aware about and are always innocent.
There were several cases of damage caused by hacking, which led to leakage of secretive data, and high security measures need to be taken for using higher standards of id encryption, passwords and the SSID name.
Criterion P: Projection of Broader Implications Based on the Interview
Wi-Fi lets you use the Internet from any place where the box is set up. This technology is replacing the local area networks ad they do not need cable connections. Wi-Fi can be used only in places where LAN can be set up. The issue of this security is that there are high chances of hackers hacking into Wi-Fi networks and misusing it and the innocent people, will be accused for it. These hackers generally use the owners IP address to send threat emails or any kind of criminal activity.
This system is gaining popularity and is made use of in day-to-day life. The users of this network are increasing day by day. This technology makes it easier to connect to the Internet without any cables and wires. It is a wireless technology, which connects the device to the Internet. These have been set up in most of the hotels, cafes, schools, malls etc.
Most of the large networks, which are often used in offices and hotels, are unsecured so that everyone can make use of it. These networks are hacked and then misused with. Preventive measures should be taken for this security. The password of the networks should be changed from time to time. The SSID broadcasting should be off by the router, as it easier to hack into it of one gets the SSID.
The cyber crime branch sees to it that users keep their Wi-Fi networks secured and if unsecured networks are found they are asked for a fine and been told to secure it.
Research Questionnaire
- When was Wi-Fi launched in India?
- What are the advantages of this technology according to you?
- What are the drawbacks of it?
- How can this technology be improved?
- What are the security measures that need to taken care of?
- How secured is Wi-Fi?
- What are the steps that are taken to prevent cyber crime?
- What are the punishments if one is found guilty of their cyber crime?
Transcript of the Interview
Name: Sunil Paraskar
Qualification: Cyber Crime Commissioner
Date: 19th November 2009
- When were Wi-Fi devices launched?
- Wi-Fi devices were launched in mid 2003. They came out with Wi-Fi laptops first.
- What are the advantages of this technology according to you?
- This technology is very useful. Its wireless so one can sit in any corner of the room and use the Internet on their Wi-Fi enabled devices.
- What are the drawbacks of it?
- Hackers can connect to Wi-Fi networks and use the owners IP and misuse it for crime. They can even get all the information stored in your system.
- How can this technology be improved?
- If the range of the Wi-Fi technology is increased and the Wi-Fi network is more secured
- What are the security measures that need to taken care of?
- One needs to always keep their Wi-Fi network secured so that no one can misuse it, keep changing passwords at regular intervals.
- How secured is Wi-Fi?
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Wi-Fi is secured if all the measures are taken care of. The network should not be left unsecured, and the passwords should not be given to any one.
- What are the steps that are taken to prevent cyber crime?
- We keep a track of the Wi-Fi networks all around and make sure all the networks are secured and cannot be misused.
- What are the punishments if one is found guilty of their cyber crime?
- There is an information technology act of India, this act considers the crime and order is directly proportional to the crime.
