About Computer Networking: Do Open Computer Networks Encourage Crime?

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking The case of Aaron Swartz and his file downloading activity has drawn worldwide attention since his recent death. One person who's studied the case suggests that the network administration choices of a U.S. university must be considered when judging it. See: Do Open Computer Networks Encourage Crime? Introduction to Peer to Peer Networks Some people associate illegal Internet downloading activity with peer to peer networks. As in the Aaron Swartz case, you don't need to be on a P2P network to be accused of illegal downloading. But P2P networks can be used legitimately for various purposes also. Search Related Topics:  ad hoc computer networks  peer to peer networks  Introduction to Wi-Fi Wireless Network Security A consideration on any computer network, security is especially important on Wi-Fi wireless networks. Hackers can easily intercept wireless network traffic over open air connections and extract information like passwords and credit card numbers. Several Wi-Fi network security technologies have been developed to combat hackers, of course, although some of these technologies can be defeated relatively easily. Search Related Topics:  wi-fi network security  home network security  Do You Trust Google's Free Wi-Fi Network? Even if you don't plan to do anything illegal the next time you hook up to a Wi-Fi wireless hotspot, somebody else on that network could have bad intentions. The odds of any one person's data being attacked on a large open network are quite low. But an attack can have very serious consequences if it happens. Some networks are safer than others. What about Google's? Readers Respond: How Much Does Your Internet Cost? from The Philippines: "...There is no telco here that offers more than 10mbps of Internet download speed. Only some employees of the gov't from the Dept of Science and Tech. enjoy fast Internet speed, and some private companies." -Matipuno Related Searches Computer Networking Wireless Network Computer Networks Network Monitor Computer Crime Law Featured Articles Top 802.11ac Wireless Routers for Home Networks What Is Mobile Broadband? Introduction to Client-Server Networks What Is the IP Address of a Router? Common Misperceptions About Computer Networks Computer and Wireless Networking Basics   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read 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.com Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement