If you have purchased this book or if you are even thinking about purchasing this book,
you probably have some interest in taking the CWSP ® (Certifi ed Wireless Security Professional)
certifi cation exam or in learning what the CWSP certifi cation exam is about. The
authors would like to congratulate you on this fi rst step, and we hope that our book can
help you on your journey. Wireless local area networking (WLAN) is currently one of
the hottest technologies on the market. Security is an important and mandatory aspect
of 802.11 wireless technology. As with many fast - growing technologies, the demand for
knowledgeable people is often greater than the supply. The CWSP certifi cation is one way
to prove that you have the knowledge and skills to secure 802.11 wireless networks successfully.
This study guide is written with that goal in mind.
This book is designed to teach you about WLAN security so that you have the
knowledge needed not only to pass the CWSP certifi cation test, but also to be able to
design, install, and support wireless networks. We have included review questions at the
end of each chapter to help you test your knowledge and prepare for the exam. We have
also included labs, white papers, and presentations on the CD to facilitate your learning
further.
Before we tell you about the certifi cation process and its requirements, we must
mention that this information may have changed by the time you are taking your test. We
recommend that you visit www.cwnp.com as you prepare to study for your test to check out
the current objectives and requirements.