Re: Intrusion possible?



On Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:13 +0200, Tardus_merula wrote:

> I have d-link wireless router DI614+. Its always on. Is it possible that
> somebody with a wireless enabled PC uses my internet connection even when
> my PC is switched off? I use 64 bit WEP encryption on the router. Tardus

Yes - if your cable modem or dsl modem is turned on it is possible for
someone to use your internet connection even with WEP.

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