On Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 05:04:08AM -0700, Paul G. Allen wrote:
To put it another way, and back up Tracy. It's easier and easier to get connected to a wireless network. Users in general are ignorant, and on top of that, they don't want to have to think about anything. They want the computer to do it all for them. OS and application providers are more than happy to oblige (ala Windoze and some newer versions of Linux).
The default configuration on the iPhone is to prompt the user about connecting to any available non-secured Wifi. This model seems to encourage connecting to arbitrary access points. The manual states: "Many Wi-Fi networks can be used free of charge including, in some regions, Wi-Fi hotspots provided by your iPhone carrier. Some Wi-Fi networks require a fee. To join a Wi-Fi network at a hotspot where charges apply, you can usually open Safari to see a webpage that allows you to sign up for service." No mention at all of not using an AP without asking. BTW, I just checked, and the 7 APs visible from my house are all secured. One even has a SSID of "WEMUSTPROTECTTHISHOUSE". Wandering around OB, I found many more open ones than here in Mira Mesa. David -- [email protected] http://www.kernel-panic.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/kplug-list
