US studying Australian Internet security program.

Started by walkstall, October 16, 2010, 09:52:57 AM

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walkstall

So is this a way of getting there foot in the door.   >:D
Why can't the Internet providers alert us now of a problem. 
Why is this not part of a Auti-Spam or Auti-Unauthorized Access program, why must the goverment do it.  :o

WASHINGTON — The government is reviewing an Australian program that will allow Internet service providers to alert customers if their computers are taken over by hackers and could limit online access if people don't fix the problem.

Obama administration officials have met with industry leaders and experts to find ways to increase online safety while trying to balance securing the Internet and guarding people's privacy and civil liberties.

Experts and U.S. officials are interested in portions of the plan, set to go into effect in Australia in December. But any move toward Internet regulation or monitoring by the U.S. government or industry could trigger fierce opposition from the public.

The discussions come as private, corporate and government computers across the U.S. are increasingly being taken over and exploited by hackers and other computer criminals


http://www.comcast.net/articles/news-general/20101016/US.Staying.Safe.Online/
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