network hacking discussion

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From the way the network setup was described in the manuals, it appears that there will be no network security this year. If security had to be used, the people running the field control system would need the password for every team, something that would cause much hassle.

It's also likely (if not already confirmed) that teams won't be able to use wireless in the pits to interface with their robots. This eliminates the possibility of a dishonest person wirelessly downloading a program to someone else's robot.

Furthermore, in the past, competition officials have monitored the airwaves for signals that shouldn't be there and told teams to stop broadcasting. Anyone who sets up an unauthorized WAP will likely be caught and asked to stop.