The simple fact of the matter is that the latest calls for key escrow/backdoors to encryption, just like the ban on exporting 'strong encryption' during the 90's, will in the end only hurt the US.
Well, Optus@home have clarified their position (probably at the behest of a shit-scared legal dept). To quote Optus@Home chief executive Chris Chapman:
The internet provider was not actively monitoring its customers' usage and would only investigate if notified of the activity by the copyright holder.
"It's a fair cop role - not 'cop' as in an active cop, but we're prepared to work within the co-operative framework," Mr Chapman said.
"We will not walk away from copyright piracy issues if it's brought to our attention. It's a reactive but responsible role, not a proactive role."
This appears to be a completely different approach (aka complete backdown) compared to the imflammatory remarks spewed out by the first spokesperson.
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The simple fact of the matter is that the latest calls for key escrow/backdoors to encryption, just like the ban on exporting 'strong encryption' during the 90's, will in the end only hurt the US.
I beg to differ. In other news today, Aussie commandos boarded a tanker to stop it entering Australian territory.
The current government is quite prepared to use force if need be.
Well, Optus@home have clarified their position (probably at the behest of a shit-scared legal dept). To quote Optus@Home chief executive Chris Chapman :
This appears to be a completely different approach (aka complete backdown) compared to the imflammatory remarks spewed out by the first spokesperson.
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