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I currently use Mac OS X Snow Leopard on a MacBook. I'd like to view the encryption mode that a wireless network is using. I.e. something like network X is using WPA with AES. Is this possible or do I need some third party software?

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If it's sufficient detailed for you: pressing Option while clicking the AirPort icon in the menu bar displays more details for your current connection, and enables tooltips for all other networks in that list.

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+1. I never cease to be amazed at what little treasures the Option key can uncover! – Steve Folly Oct 11 '09 at 14:17
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