2006-12-19 11:18:54 · 11 answers · asked by ilov3brianna 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
As ANTIRION indicated receiving unencrypted signals is not illegal.If I were using someone elses' wireless connection just to surf the net,there wouldn't be a problem,however if I were to hack thru this persons router into their system,then yes this is illegal. 34 yrs electronics,16 yrs licensed radio operator.
2006-12-20 01:09:44 · answer #1 · answered by rdaltonsr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Saying it is pirating is like saying you tried to hack into it. Saying it is illegal is a knee-jerk reaction that is not accurate. What if I am waling through New York City and log into the Web through a Hotel's Wireless Web connection without even knowing. MANY companies allow free wireless connection and put ads in the pages. You can assume your neighbor does not wish to share his or her bandwidth with you, but it is their responsibility to secure it, not yours. You really do need your own high speed connection. If you try to get into their computer, you are still on the edge, BUT I know from experience, that accessing his computer when there is no notice informing you of trespass, they would even have a hard time prosecuting for that in NY State at least. However, taking files in computer theft.
2006-12-19 13:33:49 · answer #2 · answered by New Millennium Minds 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem with asking advice here is that there are a lot of people who don't know what they're talking about.
All radio communication (including wireless signals) are exclusively regulated by the FCC. Wireless internet signals are in the unregulated spectrum, which means they are specifically unregulated by the Feds, and the Feds are the only ones who have jurisdiction to regulate them.
Further, the burden of securing a wireless connection lies on the "broadcaster". If they do not secure their wireless signal they cannot complain if others use it. Period. Using an unsecured wireless access point is not illegal. Period. However, if the "broadcaster" makes any attempt to secure his connection (even poorly), then it is a crime to "hack" into it.
Secured or unsecured, any attempt to access or "hack" into another's computer is considered a crime. So, piggybacking onto your neighbor's system, then trying to access his computer, is illegal. Using his unsecured signal to access the internet, is not.
2006-12-19 11:51:21 · answer #3 · answered by antirion 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes.it is illegal.its not rightfully not yours though the network is open for others to use.the owner has every right to sue you and you can be caught too.recently, a 17 year old guy in singapore was being fined for tapping into another person network.get your own router and you dont have to worry about being caught.
2006-12-19 12:58:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ILLEGAL. Peroid.
Chances of getting caught? Between rare and zilch. Don't take my word for it if you are "stealing" from someone who a computer geek.
2006-12-19 13:44:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is illegal unless you have been given certain rights by the owner of the connection. though i would say it is dumb if they do not protect it with a password but... its still illegal
2006-12-19 11:36:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Technically it is called pirating a connection, and yes it is illegal!
2006-12-19 11:24:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you will be jailed for that. Under misuse of computers law act.
2006-12-20 02:16:23 · answer #8 · answered by Great Man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depend if it a open network like a coffee shop or a private network like your next door neighbor if it next door ask permission
2006-12-19 11:31:53 · answer #9 · answered by Bill 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Unless you have permission, it is a Federal offense.
Ever been to Leavenworth?
Wanna go?
2006-12-19 11:26:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋