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FCC Asks 'Opt-In, Or Opt-Out?'

Posted by timothy on from the not-exactly-a-toughie-guys dept.

FrankHaynes writes: "The U.S. FCC seeks comments on this proposed rule in which they seek 'to obtain a more complete record on ways in which customers can consent to a carrier's use of their CPNI (Customer Proprietary Network Information)'. They are debating an opt-in approach versus an opt-out approach. Commentors have until 1 November, 2001 to submit their opinions." Opt-out puts the burden on the victim; opt-in encourages a responsible, sustainable customer / company relationship. What am I missing here?

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  1. They go here... by ebonkyre · · Score: 2, Informative
    Instructions for filing comments can be found at:
    For Consumers: The Rulemaking Process

    Comments can be filed online at:
    Electronic Comment Filing System

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  2. Contact the FCC by StikyPad · · Score: 3, Informative

    Here's the Google cache of FCC Contacts.

    It has the e-mail addresses for the comissioners as well.

    Chairman Michael K. Powell: mpowell@fcc.gov
    Commissioner Kathleen Q. Abernathy: kabernat@fcc.gov
    Commissioner Michael J. Copps: mcopps@fcc.gov
    Commissioner Kevin J. Martin: kjmweb@fcc.gov

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  3. Ummm... okay. by mindstrm · · Score: 3, Informative

    Why even put it to a vote? It's obvious, isn't it?
    Opt-In is best for the consumer... Opt-Out is favorable for the business.