A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a series of characters that uniquely names a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). An SSID is often referred to as a “network name.” This name allows systems to connect to the network while multiple independent networks operate in the same physical area, ensuring data gets sent to the correct destination. A wireless network administrator sets the name of the router, or base station, to “Office.” This will be the name that users see when browsing available wireless networks to identify the wireless network from other nearby networks.
Businesses in the same building can operate their own WLAN, comprised of systems and workstations using unique SSID identifiers. The purpose of an SSID is to help workstations in ‘Business A’ find and connect to devices in ‘Business A’, ignoring devices belonging to ‘Business B’.
Additionally, all businesses should adopt the following security measures: