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Re:DOJ plans to strike against encryption while the Techlash... by dmitrygr on Wednesday February 26, 2020 @02:55PM (#22426645)
A computer is like an extension of your mind. for centuries, law enforcement has been unable to search your mind, by court order or otherwise. I see no reason to change that.
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Re:DOJ plans to strike against encryption while the Techlash... by dahfizz on Wednesday February 26, 2020 @03:20PM (#22426888)
I've heard this argument a few times, and I don't think it passes legal muster. A computer is much more analogous to a fancy paper notebook than a part of your brain.
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Re:DOJ plans to strike against encryption while the Techlash... by heartbeats on Wednesday February 26, 2020 @03:39PM (#22427069)
With how some people use smartphones, you really do start to wonder. Just try to get someone to leave their smartphone at home when they're going outside - they look at you like you're crazy.
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Re:DOJ plans to strike against encryption while the Techlash... by dahfizz on Wednesday February 26, 2020 @04:00PM (#22427270)
I don't disagree with you, but I would be absolutely shocked if that matters one bit to a court.
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