Time Warner Cable probably operates the public WiFi and is actually attempting to protect it by trying to convince you not to use up their free resource (by downloading the content that the other part of the company owns)
Meanwhile you should be aware that your hardware address, what's called the MAC, is hardwired into your network port and will be transmitted on all network activity that leaves your laptop.
Spotify announced new family plans today, up to six people for $14.99
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