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Unsecured networks...for free wifi, safety issues.
I fell asleep while online using an unsecured network of unknown owner. I realized I was connected to a public wifi network for several hours.(which I had set up as "Public Network" and had Network discovery "Off" and files/printer sharing also "Off").
I feel I was freeloading with (?) impunity. My guilt was partly because my own network is secured ...and actually , am not sure why I protected it with such elaborate password.
Any possible ulterior motives by owners of these unsecured networks to let their property used by total strangers? I wonder about my own safety with this prolonged free internet connection. Is it even legal?