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Written by Geek Mad Scientist   
Wednesday, 12 November 2008 14:52

Just when you thought you were secure, someone comes up with a new way to watch you from afar. I came across this article on CNN.com today. While this isn't really new to me, it might be to you. Here is a snippet from the article:

Keyboards are silent transmitters

Posted: 09:37 AM ET

Your wireless internet connection is secure, you have anti-virus software, and your firewall is up.  You think you are safe from identity theft but there is a new way to gather information from your computer.  An internet connection is not even needed.83263989

 

This time the culprit is your keyboard.  With each keystroke a slight electromagnetic wave is emitted.  A simple wire cable or a small antenna can pick up these waves. With the right computer software keystrokes are deciphered.   These waves can even travel through walls.

 

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