Date: 03/14/05 (Computer Geeks)    Keywords: security

Maybe this is worth a post, maybe it's not, i'll let those more evolved decide. Regarding AOL's new TOS with AIM stripping away all rights to privacy, users can get the following free security cert: http://www.aimencrypt.com . The site contains complete and simple setup instructions. Important Note on Page:
Q. My friend doesn't have a security certificate are our conversations encrypted?
A. Simply put, no. Both users must be running AIM v5.2+ and have security certificates.

I'm sure anyone with basic understanding of encryption knows this already, but I thought I'd post it just incase.

The best part is the "cool" lock next to your name : ) hahaha

Source: http://www.livejournal.com/community/computergeeks/634994.html