Is the wireless network secure from someone “eavesdropping?”
The security of your laptop will be your responsibility! We run the wireless network in what is referred to as “Open Mode”. We do not use any encryption between the wireless Access Point and your wireless device. Anyone using “wireless packet sniffing” software may be able to “see” what you are viewing or sending. What this means is if you are working on a web-based email client or even client based email (such as Microsoft Outlook or Outlook Express) and you don’t want someone to see the content you either need some form of encryption for your client based email or use SSL when connected to a web-based email server. We do not provide any form of encryption software for your use. It is your responsibility to protect any “sensitive” information you may send or receive through our system. Think of the wireless system as being similar to a “party line” where someone could “listen in” on the conversation. If you are accessing online banking services make sure it is running in encrypted mod
