Client attempting to connect

802.11b Authentication Shared Key Steps

1) Authentication request sent to AP

2) AP sends challenge text

3) Client encrypts challenge text and sends it back to AP

4)AP decrypts, and if correct, authenticates client

5)Client connects to network

Access Point

FVM318

Cable or

DLS modem

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