Wireless Security

Metronet’s leased lines are delivered using Secure IP Point-to-Point Radio connections.

Previously, wireless broadband services have highlighted concerns over security, largely as a result of badly implemented point-to-multipoint shared access systems, such as WiFi hotspots, which have been compromised by a need to permit everyone to connect on an ad-hoc basis.

The Metronet network is private and has virtually nothing in common with these types of networks. The Metronet network is completely invisible and cannot be discovered using industry standard 802.11x equipment.

Unlike a generic wireless (WiFi) network, Metronet uses a highly secure radio connection between two distinct and known transmitters. Security of your data is further guaranteed through Metronet’s use of secure IP radio solutions from leading companies specialising in cutting-edge Carrier-grade radio hardware, including Infinet, , Bridgewave, Dragonwave, Ceragon and Proxim.

Metronet uses proprietary radio transmission techniques to provide optimal quality of service and make the connection inherently secure. Techniques that include industrial strength encryption and proprietary algorithms make Metronet's wireless leased lines more secure than traditional fibre circuits. 

To complete the security package, access to the network is controlled by IP and Air Mac addresses: and AES 128 and 256 full encryption – making it impossible for a third parties to connect to the network.