What I mean by this is: Is there an actual law governing the use of 'internet which someone else is paying for'? E.g. by connecting to a wireless network which gives internet access.
Could people also consider the reasons behind this law or, if there is no law, why not? E.g. Is it morally right to punish someone for using someone else's internet access?
2006-09-30 08:36:17 · 9 answers · asked by Ben G 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
The law is always behind the technology, but as far as I know it *is* illegal in the US (and some other countries) to leech off of unprotected WiFi and Bluetooth connections. Except for the lack of wiring, it's almost the same and tapping into someone else's cable TV signal.
If you want free access, get a handheld or a PDA and go to places that offer free connection while you're there. Many Stirbucks, some McDamnold's and other places offer free WiFi while you're in their shops.
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2006-09-30 08:42:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Interesting question!!
So far as I know there is not a specific UK law - I no expert on US law.
It is possible that if you did use a wireless network to access to internet for which someone else is paying you may be committing the offence of obtaining a pecuniary advantage by deception - but of course you would have to be caught doing it!
2006-09-30 08:42:56 · answer #2 · answered by Charlie Babbage 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes there is a law in ireland and uk and usa it mightent come under technolgy but the fact of the matter is you are stealing what someone else is paying for the download limit is there property wheather they use it or not is totally besides the point
just trust me i use to do it and luckely i never got caught igave it up but to answer you question YES it is illegal
2006-09-30 09:01:40 · answer #3 · answered by themanwithtwoarms 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes there is a law against logging onto some else wireless without permission. You can get up to 5 years if caught. This will be found under hacking.
2006-09-30 08:45:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
considering i don't understand the guidelines in China, i can't say despite if it quite is criminal or not. some places do grant public instantaneous for loose so if your community has it, then you definately are in luck. If not, then you definately would desire to purely have stumbled on somebody else's unsecured connection. i'm uncertain if it is criminal or not, yet whilst it is the case, then i would not advise employing somebody else's instantaneous till you understand it is open or have their permission.
2016-10-18 06:32:07 · answer #5 · answered by reatherford 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In UK law the offence is 'obtaining goods or services by deception'. The maximum fine if handled by the Magistrate is £2K, if it goes to Crown Court its up to 5 years in prison. BE LUCKY!
2006-09-30 13:31:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i once caught my neighbour stealing my internet, i found logs on my wireless router. suffice to say i paid him a visit and he spent a long time regretting what he did.
2006-09-30 08:46:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes in a tower block get someone to get wireless broadband and every one get routers and dish out the info for it and charge
2006-09-30 08:39:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i can use up to 30 where i live its fun and easy to do.
No law in the Uk stopping you
2006-09-30 08:42:31 · answer #9 · answered by istoke 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋