- Allowed: This term refers to the authentication and encryption methods that are allowed on the network. If a method is marked “allowed,” it means that clients can use that method to connect to the access point. For example, in the security settings of a Wi-Fi access point, if you set WPA and WPA2 as “allowed” encryption methods, client devices will be able to connect using either of these two encryption methods, depending on their capabilities and configurations. .
- required: When a method is marked “required,” it means that all devices trying to connect must use that specific authentication or encryption method. If they do not support or are not configured to use the “required” method, they will not be able to establish a connection with the access point. For example, if you configure WPA2 as the “required” method on your access point, only devices that can use WPA2 will be able to connect.
The choice between “allowed” and “required” is crucial to define the level of security and compatibility of the network. “Allowed” offers more flexibility by allowing multiple methods, while “required” ensures a higher, consistent level of security but may limit compatibility with older devices that do not support newer encryption methods.
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