What is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)?

What will be an ideal response?

As a means of simplifying turning on WPA2 Personal, many devices now support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) as an optional means of configuring security. There are two common WPS methods. The PIN method utilizes a personal identification number (PIN) printed on a label on the wireless router or displayed through a software setup wizard. The user types in the PIN on the mobile device (such as a tablet or laptop computer), and the security configuration automatically occurs. This is the mandatory model and all devices certified for WPS must support it.


The second method is the push-button method: the user pushes a button (usually an actual button on the wireless router and a virtual one displayed through a software setup wizard on the wireless device), and the security configuration takes place. Support for this model is mandatory for wireless routers and optional for connecting devices.

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