Explore the complexities of monitoring 802.11ac networks in this Hack In The Box Security Conference talk. Delve into the challenges posed by advanced features like multi-user MIMO, beamforming, and high-speed data transmission. Learn why traditional USB-based monitoring solutions fall short and discover how to repurpose access point hardware to create a scalable, custom 802.11ac monitoring platform. Gain practical knowledge on setting up monitor mode interfaces, redirecting packets to Wireshark, and implementing remote monitoring techniques. Walk away with the necessary code, scripts, and insights to build your own advanced Wi-Fi monitoring system capable of handling the demands of modern high-speed wireless networks.