[dba-Tech] Questions about wireless modem and printer

Kathryn Bassett kathryn at bassett.net
Sat May 14 16:13:26 CDT 2011


> Security against someone hacking into your computer is less of an issue
than
> someone just being able attached to the Wi-Fi router and using it as an
open
> hot-spot. Otherwise the router will end up being a great location for the
> next door neighbour's kids to stream data up and down on your dime and
> band-width while hiding their identity.

That's what I mean about stealing bandwidth. BTW, no router, unless you mean
the built-in wireless. Just the DSL modem, otherwise.

Kathryn




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