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sarah_2677 · 21-08-2008, 18:10

Hello,

I have a desktop pc with Virgin Media Broadband via a modem. My Dad's just got a laptop so I've bought a linksys router (Linksys Wireless-G DSL/Cable Router). I had problems installing via the CD so I had to ring the helpline and they talked me through it. They originally helped me set up a WEP code but I changed that to a WPA. I am concerned however as I have never had a laptop or used wireless before and when I click on connect to a network on the laptop I can see my own network but I can also see 3 or 4 others which I am guessing are neighbours networks. Therefore I am concerned that if I can see them can they see me and does that mean they can see what I am buying on the internet etc and my card details or if I am doing online banking? Thanks

21-08-2008, 18:10	#1
sarah_2677 Inactive Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 36	How come I can see other networks and does that mean they can see me? Hello, I have a desktop pc with Virgin Media Broadband via a modem. My Dad's just got a laptop so I've bought a linksys router (Linksys Wireless-G DSL/Cable Router). I had problems installing via the CD so I had to ring the helpline and they talked me through it. They originally helped me set up a WEP code but I changed that to a WPA. I am concerned however as I have never had a laptop or used wireless before and when I click on connect to a network on the laptop I can see my own network but I can also see 3 or 4 others which I am guessing are neighbours networks. Therefore I am concerned that if I can see them can they see me and does that mean they can see what I am buying on the internet etc and my card details or if I am doing online banking? Thanks