Provisioned Wireless Configuration for Restricted Network Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless network security systems are complex and require high technical expertise to implement and maintain, making it difficult for small- and medium-sized businesses to configure restricted access without ongoing technical support, especially when users need access to multiple networks with varying security protocols.
Innovation Solution
A system that generates and executes an executable application on wireless devices to configure them for access to restricted networks based on user and device authentication information, using an authentication server with modules for authentication, provisioned configuration database, and application generation, allowing for multiple network configurations without requiring extensive technical knowledge.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional wireless network security protocols are implemented manually, then network security is achieved, but the complexity of configuration and maintenance increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables wireless devices to automatically configure themselves for network access. The executable application on the wireless device autonomously performs configuration tasks including selecting networks, establishing connections, and managing security credentials without requiring manual administrator intervention for each device.
Solution Approach 2:
Network access credentials and configuration parameters are pre-provisioned to wireless devices before they need to connect. The system prepares authentication information and network parameters in advance, storing them securely on the wireless device, so that when the device needs to connect, the configuration is already in place and execution is automatic.
2Adaptability or versatility
If individual device configuration is performed manually, then specific network access requirements are met, but the time and expertise required for deployment increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides a universal configuration approach that works across multiple wireless devices and network types. A single executable application template can be deployed to numerous devices, and it automatically adapts to different network environments, eliminating the need for device-by-device manual configuration while maintaining support for various network security protocols.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple wireless networks are supported with different protocols, then user access flexibility improves, but the technical knowledge required to maintain increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces an intermediary executable application that acts as a mediator between the wireless device and multiple network protocols. This application handles the complexity of different security protocols and network configurations, presenting a simplified interface to the user while managing the technical details of multi-protocol support in the background.
4Ease of operation
If automated configuration is implemented, then ease of use improves, but the initial setup complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The configuration system is segmented into distinct functional components: credential provisioning, executable application generation, secure storage, and automatic execution. This segmentation allows the complexity to be distributed and managed in discrete modules, making the initial setup more manageable while maintaining automated user-friendly operation.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for provisioned configuration of wireless devices to allow access to restricted wireless networks are provided. Using an open wireless or wired network, a user of a wireless device may be authenticated. A configuration application, which includes the parameters and policies of the provisioned configuration, is generated, transferred to, and executed on the wireless device. Following configuration by the application, the wireless device is allowed to access the restricted wireless network within the parameters and policies of the provisioned configuration.