Open WiFi Owners Off the Hook In Germany

ulash writes "Ars Technica reports that a court in Germany ruled in favor of an open WiFi network owner stating that if other users use your open WiFi network without your consent and download copyrighted material, you cannot be automatically held responsible for their actions. This does not carry much (if any) weight in the US but here is to hoping that it will at least have a positive impact in the EU as starters."

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Malicious Intent

[Divebus]

Something big has to happen before everyone realizes an open WiFi connection is the electronic equivalent of standing on the street corner bent over with your shorts down to your ankles. No thanks.