...of the government attempting to control the internet.
The problem with this bill is in determining what the intent of the webmaster was in using a particular metatag. It would be very easy to inadvertently use certain "forbidden" words while not intending to "lure" anybody anywhere. The last thing the internet needs is the word police. I see enforcement of this law, if it crystallizes into reality, inconsistent at best. There are far more pressing matters for the government to be focused on, as most people who craft these irrational bills have very little knowledge of internet technology in the first place.
I really fear for the future of the Internet.
Slashdot Mirror
...of the government attempting to control the internet. The problem with this bill is in determining what the intent of the webmaster was in using a particular metatag. It would be very easy to inadvertently use certain "forbidden" words while not intending to "lure" anybody anywhere. The last thing the internet needs is the word police. I see enforcement of this law, if it crystallizes into reality, inconsistent at best. There are far more pressing matters for the government to be focused on, as most people who craft these irrational bills have very little knowledge of internet technology in the first place. I really fear for the future of the Internet.