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Security Precautions
Because Wi-Fi uses radio waves to transmit signals, security
precautions more stringent than when using a LAN cable are required.
Keep the following points in mind when using Wi-Fi.
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Use only networks you are authorized to use.
This product searches for Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity and
displays the results on the screen.
Networks you are not authorized to use (unknown networks) may
also be displayed. However, attempting to connect to or using
such networks could be regarded as unauthorized access. Be
sure to use only networks you are authorized to use, and do not
attempt to connect to other unknown networks.
If security settings have not been properly set, the following
problems may occur.
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Transmission monitoring
Third parties with malicious intent may monitor Wi-Fi
transmissions and attempt to acquire the data you are sending.
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Unauthorized network access
Third parties with malicious intent may gain unauthorized access to
the network you are using to steal, modify, or destroy information.
Additionally, you could fall victim to other types of unauthorized
access such as impersonation (where someone assumes
an identity to gain access to unauthorized information) or
springboard attacks (where someone gains unauthorized access
to your network as a springboard to cover their tracks when
infiltrating other systems).
To prevent these types of problems from occurring, be sure to
thoroughly secure your Wi-Fi network.
Only use this product's Wi-Fi function with a proper understanding
of Wi-Fi security, and balance risk and convenience when
adjusting security settings.
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