I've got given a laptop from work that has wireless connection So I turned it on and it picks up someone elses connection so I can use the internet. Its nt my neighbours so is it immoral?? Will they find out? and should I pay to get my own. I have no idea about how it all works but just interested it what everyone thought.
2006-10-24 08:44:21 · 20 answers · asked by Katie G 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
just use is, its just internet. big deal. Its like if they play thier music too load, would it be immoral to listen because the sound system isnt yours. As a matter of fact they should be apologizing to you for spilling thier internet onto your property, so just use it. Dont tell em nothing Its free!! and your not hurting no one.
2006-10-24 08:48:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I can give you a link that deals with the internet connecrtion Many of the problems can be solved by making software changes or small hardware corrections. Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yl62gz
2006-10-27 08:50:52 · answer #2 · answered by blsruthi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no its not immoral, if they are stupid enough not to use the wep key they were given its their own fault if you are using up their monthly download allowance, its them that will have to pay more for more usage not you.
on a nicer note yes you should get your own connection they are getting cheaper all the time, look around for broadband deals, but dont get fobbed off, paying for a wireless connection and paying more per month than ordinary adsl, i bought my own wireless router after getting adsl , it cost me about £50 but no extra per month.
as for it being illegal not sure but i don't think so, with all the hotspots around like macdonalds, starbucks and city centre hotels not using wep key.
2006-10-24 15:53:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can but they may be luring you into a trap. It's easy for them to tell if somebody is using their connection just by using something like Airsnare (looks for illegal MAC addresses) or they may be wanting someone to log on so they can pillage their computer for goodies - beware!
2006-10-25 00:26:42 · answer #4 · answered by jhol3368 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yah they know that your using thw wireless internet...no need to pay for it but be careful enough when using wireless they may catch up your files...like your credit card # or any connection with money
2006-10-24 15:49:36 · answer #5 · answered by leigh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if i was you i would get your own wireless because u can get fined and no1 wants that but if u can access with the pass code then it should be ok but if there is no code then DONT USE IT
2006-10-24 16:58:36 · answer #6 · answered by a_n_d_r_e_w.g_i_b_s_o_n 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not ask around then if they say it's OK nothing to worry about. Or keep quite and enjoy
2006-10-24 16:08:45 · answer #7 · answered by ringo711 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it dude maybe you'll find some nice pics of your neighboor
2006-10-24 15:52:42 · answer #8 · answered by jdy83_02 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it wont cost them internet on wi fi is a standard charge and i wud use it anyway just think of it like a communal connection
just like a communal garden
2006-10-24 15:47:18 · answer #9 · answered by legojosh2004 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i used someones account for the longest time no one
came for me it.s just don't use ur laptop at home then your cool with it
there track it to your home phone line
2006-10-24 15:53:54 · answer #10 · answered by Tha-killa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋