Furthermore, the only data it collected was from open WiFi networks where people were transmitting unencrypted data in the open. This was data that was being broadcast.
Google don't do a drive-by at my house, I don't care to take the time understanding what information you're steeling and you could get shot at. Why should I?/div>
Fear mongering about unsecured connections is in the ISP's interest. They sell more when everyone is scared. This is just like Comcast's 250 GB cap that I don't come closed to, but secure my connection just in case dozens of people steal./div>
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This was data that was being broadcast.
Google don't do a drive-by at my house, I don't care to take the time understanding what information you're steeling and you could get shot at. Why should I?/div>
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