You administer Windows 8.1 laptops. The laptops are configured to connect to an unsecured wireless access point.
You plan to configure the wireless access point to encrypt wireless traffic and turn off SSID broadcast.
You need to ensure the laptops will join the secured wireless network automatically after the configuration changes.
What should you do?
A. Set Network Discovery to Enabled for the Public profile.
B. Create an ad hoc network.
C. Set the Unidentified Networks Properties User permissions to User can change location.
D. Create a network profile.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation/Reference:
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/37737-wireless-network-connect-disconnect-windows-8-a.html How to Connect To or Disconnect from a Wireless Network in Windows 8 and 8.1
Connect To a Hidden Wireless Network in Networks (Connect To) ..
4. Click/tap on Hidden network at the bottom. (see screenshot below)
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Further Information:
http://www.7tutorials.com/how-connect-hidden-wireless-networks-windows-8 How to Connect to Hidden Wireless Networks in Windows 8
http://blogs.technet.com/b/canitpro/archive/2014/03/05/windows-8-1-tips-manage-wireless-network-profiles.aspx Windows 8.1 tips: Managing Wireless Network Profiles