Think this is about Joe Bloggs in the street ? Nahh....
Methinks what Google are trying to do is offer a facility to the Corps to
allow their wireless workers to Net connect encrypted. Mass-market data
collection exercise.

1-How long will it be before they start charging for it (assuming it's
succesful enough) ??
2-How long will it be before the FBI/US Govt want to have access to any
encypted transmitted data.
3-Why the hell should I give Google access to my Net traffic just so they
can do stats monitoring etc... ?

Call this innovation ? More like a Corp control exercise. Screw em'...

S

<frankdowling1@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> Google Secure Access (Beta): Frequently Asked Questions
>
> What is Google Secure Access?
>
> Google Secure Access is a downloadable client application that allows
> users to establish a more secure WiFi connection.
>
> Why would I want to download and install Google Secure Access?
>
> Google Secure Access allows you to establish a more secure connection
> while using Google WiFi. By using Google Secure Access, your internet
> traffic will be encrypted, preventing others from viewing the
> information you transmit.
>
> Does Google Secure Access connect to a VPN server?
>
> Yes, Google Secure Access connects to Google's VPN ("Virtual Private
> Network") server provided for this service.
>
> Why did Google develop Google Secure Access?
>
> One of our engineers recognized that secure WiFi was virtually
> non-existent at most locations. As a result, he used his 20% project
> time to begin an initiative to offer users more secure WiFi access.
> Google Secure Access is the result of this endeavor.
>
> What sort of information does Google have access to?
>
> If you choose to use Google Secure Access, your internet traffic will
> be encrypted and sent through Google's servers to the Internet. The
> data that is received will then be encrypted and sent back through our
> servers to your computer. Your privacy is important to us, we strongly
> encourage you to read our Privacy Policy to be fully informed about how
> your privacy is protected.
>
> Is there a fee for using Google Secure Access?
>
> No, Google Secure Access is free.
>
> Where can I go to download Google Secure Access?
>
> The program can currently be downloaded at certain Google WiFi
> locations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
>
> When I install Google Secure Access, why does it ask if I also want to
> install the Google Toolbar?
>
> We've included the option to install the Google Toolbar because it
> improves your browsing experience.
>
> Can I uninstall Google Secure Access?
>
> Yes. You can uninstall Google Secure Access by simply running the
> Uninstall program. This can be found by clicking on Start Menu,
> Programs, Google Secure Access, and then choosing Uninstall.
>
> How do I make my connection even more secure?
>
> You can make your connection even more secure by using a software
> firewall. Windows XP users with Service Pack 2 can find it by clicking
> on Start, Control Panel, and then choosing Windows Firewall.
>
> Will my corporate VPN still work?
>
> Yes. You can connect to your corporate VPN while running Google Secure
> Access.
>
> I have configured Google Secure Access to connect automatically, but
> it's not working. What's going on?
>
> Certain wireless LAN management utilities and older wireless LAN
> adapter drivers prevent Google Secure Access from detecting that you're
> connected to the Google WiFi network. In this case it will not connect
> automatically, and you should connect manually to ensure the privacy
> and security of your network traffic.
>
> Will Google Secure Access work at other locations?
>
> While Google Secure Access should work, we have not tested it at other
> locations.
>
> Why is Google Secure Access a beta product?
>
> Google Secure Access is a new product that is only available at certain
> locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are constantly working to
> improve this product.
>
> link to installer :
>
> https://wifi.google.com/download.html
>