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On Fri, 29 Jun 2007, baslinux AT lists.ibiblio.org wrote:

> Message from Steven
> ===================
> Sindi wrote:
> > Should I avoid typing in any passwords
>
> I would avoid entering unencrypted passwords.
>
> > (to access shell accounts via ssh, or webmail)?
>
> ssh and ssl are probably OK

ssh to a shell account requires a password.
Is that password encrypted?  (Ditto for dbclient).

What should I not do other than enter my password to access websites?

> > > I believe the maximum range for an Airo 350 is
> > > around a kilometer.  The range is less if there
> > > are any obstructions (buildings, rain, etc.).
> >
> > Would the 340 be 1/3 that?
>
> More like half.
>
> > The central broadcast unit is a few blocks from here.
> > Through buildings.
>
> Buildings reduce the range a lot.

I should know more within a year.  Let us know how the 350 works.
Can you measure what signal strengths are detected?

> Cheers,
> Steven