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Douglas Schweitzer

The Security Sector

Think twice before you "piggy-back" a wireless connection!

With the help of Ken Shaurette, I recently wrote an article with our thoughts on the legal issues surrounding the unauthorized use of someone's wireless Internet connection. For instance; can "piggy backers" do this legally?  What about the ethical aspects of tagging along without permission - or are there any? This is a touchy subject and it has generated some interesting feedback. The Computerworld readership includes some of the brightest minds in the world. Good, bad or indifferent, let's get your take on this;  I'd love to hear all viewpoints.