How do I encrypte my wireless network with a password such as WEP or WAP?

Answer 1

Like they said, it's best to check out the instruction manual that came with your router, as each brand is different. If you still need some pointers, I did a write up on my blog just a few days ago on how to configure security on a wireless router. You can check it out here:
http://www.mybsod.com/2007/08/25/secure-your-wireless-connection-in-3-easy-steps/

You will want to be sure that you know how to configure it on whatever devices you plan to use wirelessly as well, but that is usually pretty straightforward.

-Tyler
http://www.mybsod.com

Answer 2

Ok, WEP is encryption, WAP is a protocol. WAP stands for Wireless Access Point.

To encrypte the wireless network, there should be a setting within the settings of your router to enable encryption, usually you'll have several options, WEP, WPA, WPA-SPK, etc....

Once you've enabled it, it'll ask you to create a key, once that key is created, a computer then needs to have that key in order to connect to your WAP.

Answer 3

What he said. Of course, whatever you decide to use, all the devices on your wireless network must support it. Some older interfaces do not support WPA, and only support WEP.

Answer 4

if you still have your routers instructions, just read them. if not, go online to your routers mfgr and download the instructions and read them... each brand is different.