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Below is a simple comparison of the Captive Portal and eduroam wireless networks:

Captive Portal

eduroam

Advantages

  • Available on almost all devices
  • No initial configuration required
  • Easy to use
 Advantages
  • Strong 'over-the-air' encryption
  • No idle time out
  • No repeated logins required
  • Few access restrictions
  • International access
 

Disadvantages

  • A little awkward to use on small screens  
  • Restricted access
  • 15 minute idle time out
  • No 'over-the-air' encryption

Disadvantages

  • Initial configuration can be awkward  
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