Do you really?  I know another provider who loves a man with brains.  I wonder if it's the same guy?  [grin]

We live in a world where it is very difficult to keep secrets, and if you are just a little bit technical (aka Geeky) you'll pick up on mistakes that people make.  It's all there, if you know where to look.

Let's face it.  The reality is that LE is here, and they're browsing around in our world.  I've been told by a high-ranking person at TER that they have learned to observe some trends.  Providers who appear to be desparate for $$ tend to break TER's rules, and the next thing you know, they're busted, as well.  For hobbyists, it's a little different.  There's the temptation to cut corners so you can be the first to see somebody new, or there's the promise of saving a few bucks (e.g. desertfoxxxes.com or craigslist).  Either way, the bottom line is that, if you compromise on safety, you'll be risking paying a very high price.

Be safe.  Be careful.  Have fun.