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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Use and Upgrade From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking It seems the group of ten alleged Russian spies arrested in the U.S. this week may have utilized ad hoc Wi-Fi networks to transfer data secretly. As if we needed another reason to distrust ad hoc networking, here it is. "Do not try this at home." DISCUSS: Can You Hide a MAC Address? I'm wondering if any of these Russians visited our message board to discuss the topic of hiding MAC addresses. Guessing no. Readers Respond: Stealing or Sharing Wi-Fi With Neighbors "The ISPs are making a ridiculous amount of money from people who are too stupid to realize that they are being *******" says one of our readers. If you piggyback, or open up your Wi-Fi home network for others to use, are you also doing it to get back at your provider? That's probably more common than international espionage, I figure. Do You Use a Router Log Analyzer If you haven't heard of programs like Link Logger, Sawmill, and WallWatcher, odds are that you don't use a log analyzer program on your home network. You might consider looking into it, as these programs can help you find and prevent network attackers no matter where they are in the world. What Is Dual-Band Wireless? Phones, routers and wireless adapters each of a concept of "dual-band" networking. Besides a catchy marketing term, there is some value to having this technology in your gear. (But no, it doesn't really help you hide your MAC address.) Wireless / Networking Ads Wireless Connection Wi Fi Internet Setup AD Hoc Wi Fi Network How To Router Wi Fi TP Link Featured Articles Finding and Using Wi-Fi Hotspots Vizio Takes a Dip Into Wi-Fi Visual Tour of the OSI Model What Is VPN Tunneling? QoS - Quality of Service Wireless/Networking Message Board   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Computer Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool Advertisement