Steve,

What do you mean when you say "open system". My wireless LAN link has
encryption which prevents anyone from else from getting in. I would
have to disable this feature for you to get in. I can't imagine anyone
doing this on a private system.

Regards, Ron

You would be surprised at how many wireless system are not encrypted. Some
intentionally leave it unencrypted to share their internet connection with
other roaming around. Kind of a fad in the SF Bay Area.

They still have a firewall to prevent their computer/network for being
hacked.

Steve
s/v Good Intentions

Thanks Steve, didn't know that.

Regards, Ron

Speaking to Martin from Mariner Computers
(http://www.marinercomputers.co.uk) last week and he mentioned about a
wireless LAN he fitted last week on a boat. Maybe worth giving them a
email if you need a bit of advice.

Mark