Can Faraday Cages Tame Wi-Fi?

mrraven writes "An article at TechWorld discusses the increased need for wireless network security. One possible solution to this problem is the use of building-wide Faraday cages to block the wireless signal from 'leaking'." From the article: "Small installations of RF shielding don't have to be expensive, and the basic concept of a Faraday cage can be extended to all kinds of small everyday objects. Leather wallets sandwiched with a conductive RF-shielding layer can prevent RFID scanners from reading personal information implanted in everything from RFID-enabled access control cards to some credit cards; they're widely available for as little as US$15. For those favoring a more DIY route, several Web sites have information on how to make an RFID-blocking wallet with duct tape and aluminum foil."

Comments

The truth may be out there...

[Cygfrydd]

So this is essentially a giant tinfoil hat for your office? Will it stop the voices as well?

Thank god we got rid of wires

[Anonymous Coward]

So we can replace the wires from each user to a building-wide mesh of wires.

Re:What about windows?

[zlogic]

I totally agree with you. Until Windows is replaced with something more secure, the network can be easily accessible from outside.
Oh wait...