You are a network security consultant for a small business that is setting up a new wireless network. The business owner is concerned about the security of the network, especially in terms of protecting against unauthorized access.

The owner is not technically savvy and wants a solution that is secure but also user$-$friendly.

Which of the following authentication methods would you recommend?

answer

Password$-$Authenticated Key Exchange $($PAKE$)$

Extensible Authentication Protocol $($EAP$)$

Pre$-$shared key $($PSK$)$

Open System Authentication