Tracy R Reed wrote:
Alan wrote:
I call it "rude" myself.
My mother taught me that using something that wasn't mine without
explicit permission is being ill-mannered.
I think this is indicative of the "MINE!" society that we have. We are
very possession oriented.
"MINE!" has nothing to do with it. I'm happy to share my wireless with
any of my neighbors, guests, even the parents parked at the school
across the street. Simply knock on my door and ask.
I think it should be an understood part of
netiquette that if the AP is unlocked you should be allowed to use it as
long as you are considerate.
And this is where the disconnect happens. I wouldn't presume to use your
wireless without your permission, and I'd expect you to act the same.
You believe that I should realize your wireless is open and that I
should behave as a guest.
Which of these positions will win out? Personally, I hope it's mine, but
judging by society these days, I think it'll be yours.
-ajb
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