On Thu, 3 Apr 2003, Chris wrote:
> Operation under part 97 seems like a dream come true for Free community
> wireless networks.
If operating under part 97 all users of the network will need an amateur
radio license.
> But Norm's eBay insight throws a serious wrench in the machine.... how on
> earth could I keep people from using the connection for commercial purposes?
You could order items for yourself. Remember the example of using an
autopatch to order pizza, you receive no financial benefit. Using ebay
would be fine except that SSL encryption would not be allowed. As you
mention there is no security.
> Block secure webpage requests (httpS://, port 443)... because any decent
> e-commerce site (including ebay) uses SSL encrypted pages and forms to
> protect credit card numbers and passwords.
> Down side... users cant check hotmail and other web based email securely.
This would limit is usefulness.
BTW: we have at least one user on the list that receives their mail via
Packet Radio.
Frank, KG6JVE
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