Jack Russell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > >When you use a wifi network for online shopping, your information, >credit card data, etc. is going out as a radio signal. It is a >legitimate concern depending on location. If you live a half mile from >the nearest neighbor? It's no concern.
If you're doing online shopping, your browser should be encrypting your information and credit card data before it ever leaves your computer. Remember, that data is going to be "broadcast" over the internet, regardless if it goes through a wireless network or not. You can also have the wireless network add *another* layer of encryption while it's in the (local) ether. >It's a growing problem in college communities. There are numerous >forums and bulletin boards for sharing locations where someone >discovered an available access point. There are many open wireless networks around (some are open by intent; others because that's often the default option), but it is not difficult to configure a closed network. Access to wireless networks can be controlled by ip address, password, encryption key or by combinations thereof. -Jeff [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- "You can't brew a premium lager with a kool-aid mentality." --Harold Green in _The_Red_Green_Show_ -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
