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Originally posted by saltfish
I have to commend flamingpeah on her concern for others' privacy. I to, have also dropped text files into open shares letting the owner know that their system was wide open.
Remember, there are a great deal of people out there that have a hard time using a a mouse, and understanding the difference between a single click and a double click. These people do want to share printers and take advantage of wireless laptops.
As long as peoples behaviors are constructive and not destructive then they are helping out those that may not know any better.
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Hmm, using this logic, is it OK for me to walk into your house (I discovered the door was unlocked) and leave a note on your counter that says "Hi! Just letting you know your door was unlocked. You should really take more care before leaving the house. P.S. I didn't steal anything, take a dump in your toilet, or molest your underwear drawer."
I agree with your sentiments about helping others, but I'm not sure this is the way to go about it. What if such a do-gooder had a virus on their machine (unknown to them) and in their well-intentioned desire to help, it transferred itself on the other person's computer?
The ethical and legal issues are interesting and it's just a matter of time until the laws become clear on the subject. charliex is correct - wardriving of itself is not illegal but your actions using their AP might be.
I found
this post about WiFi and accessing another's network via their AP. Sorry it's not from the EFF itself.