I’m guessing the whole point behind the “standard” is to allow quick and easy access to protected networks. It’s an alternative / compliment to verbally telling

I’m guessing the whole point behind the “standard” is to allow quick and easy access to protected networks. It’s an alternative / compliment to verbally telling someone the passphrase, or having it printed in clear text on a paper. Think of hotels / offices with guest networks. I use it for my wifi, my home network is not secretive enough to not let friends / family join it when at my place.