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Wi-fi tracking–police using wi-fi detectors to track illegal downloads

Posted by Kyle Cameron Studstill

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"After powering on, the AirCheck immediately registers all of the wireless networks in the area and allows you to monitor signal strength, bandwidth, and the number of connected computers. AirCheck also comes with a wand-like antenna, which allows you to track any device connected to the network like a homing beacon."

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Kyle deals in cultural insight and pattern analysis. His background is in the analysis of human behavior, in realms ranging from consumer research and cultural ethnography to military intelligence and service experience design. Most recently at the trends consultancy PSFK, currently at Anthem Worldwide. Contact at kylestudstill@gmail.com
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