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DoJ Following Porn Blocker Advances?
GreedyCapitalist writes "A new filter called iShield is able to recognize porn images based on the content of the image (other filters look at URLs and text) and according to PC Magazine, it is very effective. The next generation will probably be even better -- which highlights the retarding effect regulation has on technological progress - if we relied solely on government to ban 'inappropriate' content from the web, we'd never know what solutions the market might come up with. Will the DOJ (which argues that porn filters don't work) take note of filtering innovation or continue its quest for censorship?"
On a related topic, I'm still amazed that introducing a separation rule in public transport is considered a violation of free speech/human rights/whatever. Speaking for a local transport i use , just get on with it so we can fence off that part of the passengers. Please. Right now i have to share the bus with those negros and they are filthy i tell you...