I’m already convinced but if you needed another reason not to use captive portals, I’ve found one.
All in Apple
I’m already convinced but if you needed another reason not to use captive portals, I’ve found one.
Today I was messaging with some other WiFi people about how they can get some visibility on what end users can see from their Macs without having to install software on their machines.
Every now and then you need to find out what a client is trying to do. Sure, you could put your favourite packet capture device right next to the device and filter stuff out but sometimes you want to know exactly what the device is trying to reach or do. This will also give you the data that goes over cellular - Great for troubleshooting cellular handoff - if you wanted it.
One thing I like to do when visiting a site for the first time is to set my phone to scan which channels are being used in that area. The best way I’ve found to do that is to run the Airport Utility app ins scanning mode whilst it’s in my pocket.
https://seethrunetworks.comWith Cisco Meraki announcing their new MG line of products I thought I’d write up how I’ve previously checked for the best place to mount cellular modems.
So after a chat with Ferney this week I wanted to look into AWDL (Apple Wireless Direct Link Multi-peer Connectivity). I hadn't thought too much about it before but I use it all the time (Airplay, Sidecar, Watch Unlock, AirDrop etc.)