Hi everyone and Happy Christmas!
Ok, I got a new laptop for Christmas. I tried to install the cables that I previously used for Tesco broadband, but the modem kept flashing and the tech support said I needed a new set up disk, which is on it's way.
In the meantime, it appears to have connected with something called Lynksys, on its own.
The top of the page says Internet Explorer provided by Tesco, and I can get my Tesco email on Outlook, but I am not sure what this means. I thought you needed something called a router?
Am I connected to Tesco.net, my provider? and if so, how? Is it because my neighbours have wireless, and if so, does it mean they are on Tesco too, or does my laptop pick up a signal of some sort from Tesco?
Can anyone else charge me for this wireless connection, and should I be paying, and can my neighbours tell I am using it?
Sorry to be SOOOOO stupid, I just don't have a clue about these things. Thanks
Wishing you all the very best for 2007!
2006-12-26 09:19:43 · 9 answers · asked by Rose 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Oh, what you have done is connected to someone elses internet, how dare you! If you click on start, connect to and then show all connections or wireless connections you will see some names of routers/modems, some have a lock on, others don't. You can use the ones that don't, it just means your neighbour hasn't locked it (lucky you). This doesn't mean your neighbours have Tesco internet, it doesn't matter what internet they have, it just transmit through to your laptop and your browser with your own settings, homepage etc appear. But, please, do be careful because doing this is not secure so be careful with the information you submit over it. Happy new year to you too! Good luck with the whole Tesco thing x
2006-12-27 08:56:13 · answer #1 · answered by Cotton Candy Pie 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you're not sure what's happening, switch off all your modems, routers etc and see if you can still connect. If you can then you are using a neighbour's connection which they have not encrypted.
If you know who it is then the good thing to do would be to let them know they are running an open wireless network and anyone is able to use it for free. If they are happy with the situation then you can use their connection with a clear conscience.
There is an argument that networks should be more open in general and alot of people are happy to share.
In the meantime you need to get onto Tesco tech support - Good Luck!!
2006-12-27 03:02:53 · answer #2 · answered by neophile 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a wireless card in your laptop you may be connecting via a neighbours wireless router, linksys is a brand of router - their fault really for not enabling any security if this s the case.
Your neighbours are unlikely to notice unles they look at the settings and logs in their router controls. They may also notice a slow connection if you hammer it with downloads
The reason IE says provided by tesco is because they have changed the settings on your PC to show this. It has nothing to do with where it is actually connecting. Outlook will access your email over any internet conection you connect to.
2006-12-26 09:27:55 · answer #3 · answered by Gordon B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds as if you are connecting to your neighbour's wireless network which is unprotected (unsecured) yes the neighbour will be able to tell if other computers are using their network as the name you gave the computer will be displayed on their router stats. No you cant be charged a fee although I believe it may be an offence to use someone else connection without their permission
2006-12-26 09:28:46 · answer #4 · answered by highlanddrew 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have probably picked up someone elses internet connection with your wireless.
They dont have to be with tesco to access the tesco site.
Oh and no the connection is free. However they may notice you using their connection of they are a little tech savvy
2006-12-26 09:22:58 · answer #5 · answered by Funky G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your broadband is picking up a wireless network, and no you wont be charged for this. there is no need to tell your neighbours because they would have blocked people from sharing their network if they wanted, you will need to get a router though
2006-12-26 09:30:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
BSNL is the best wireless internet connection with good network.
2016-05-23 08:43:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gotta love people getting prosecuted for other people being to stupid to set their wireless up properly.
2006-12-26 11:35:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you re picking up someone Else's signal,but be careful according to computeractive the other week its technically illegal ( they had a piece on exactly the same question/problem ) and you could be prosecuted...maybe.
Happy New Year !!!
2006-12-26 09:36:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋