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Re:How Uber Used Secret “Greyball” Tool to Deceive Authoriti... by wheelerwj on Saturday March 04, 2017 @10:51AM (#13791369)
actually the drug dealer police scanner analogy is pretty appropriate even if its not 100% accurate.

Is it inherently illegal for a drug dealer to scan for police in the area and close shop if they believe officers are nearby?

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Re:How Uber Used Secret “Greyball” Tool to Deceive Authoriti... by thecrazyone on Saturday March 04, 2017 @02:18PM (#13792419)
I get what you're going for. Where's the line beyond which avoiding detection / policing is wrong. Like for example, if I'm a terrorist, then if I'm plotting an attack and avoiding surveillance and policing, would I still be wrong if I've not executed the plot yet?
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