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Re:More encryption means less privacy by stinkytaco on Tuesday August 09, 2016 @01:04PM (#12256025)
I totally disagree. Political and social solutions prevailed in our physical space during the 60s and 70s with the expansion of rights related to search and seizure and the statement of rights to those who are unaware of them. There is precedent for social engagement here.

And remember, all encryption is susceptible to rubber hose cryptography. There needs to be a two pronged approach here.

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Re:More encryption means less privacy by nathanlied on Tuesday August 09, 2016 @02:10PM (#12256585)
Not all encryption. There is such a thing as self-destructing data/keys. Once it's gone, it cannot be recovered, even if your life is threatened and you really don't want to die.

Whether you're willing to go that far for your data or not is up to you, though.

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