A municipal visitor WLAN still has legacy open clients that cannot perform OWE. Leadership wants encryption for capable devices without stranding the rest overnight. Which OWE deployment choice fits?
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Short Explanation
Transition mode is the temporary two-lane road: new cars get OWE encryption, older ones still roll until you finish the migration. OWE-only is the final state once legacy open clients are gone. Do not “fix” it with a desk-posted WEP key.
Full Explanation
OWE can be deployed in transition modes that accommodate mixed client populations during migration, versus OWE-only operation that serves only OWE-capable stations. Designers select the mode based on legacy open-client needs and risk acceptance. Reintroducing WEP or shutting service entirely is not a sound transition strategy. Mode selection is part of OWE encryption architecture.