Why doesn't Wi-Fi turn OFF when USB Ethernet is connected?

When I get into the office, I connect my MacBook Air (2011/Lion) via USB Ethernet (we have Wi-Fi too).
When connected through USB Ethernet, my Wi-Fi stays connected as well.
Is it possible to have Wi-Fi turn off automatically when connected via USB Ethernet?

You can configure your Network System Preferences so that your Ethernet interface has preference over wifi.  It will not automatically turn off wifi, but it will use the Ethernet if it's plugged in.

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