FBI adds to wiretap wish list

A far-reaching proposal from the FBI, made public Friday, would require all broadband Internet providers, including cable modem and DSL companies, to rewire their networks to support easy wiretapping by police. The FBI's request to the Federal Communications Commission aims to give police ready access to any form of Internet-based communications. If approved as drafted, the proposal could dramatically expand the scope of the agency's wiretap powers, raise costs for cable broadband companies and complicate Internet product development.

http://news.com.com/2100-1028-5172948.html

Where does this end? I mean is nothing private anymore. :crybaby:

I just got my ACLU action email...

Here is what they have to report and the action they suggest:

http://www.aclu.org/Privacy/Privacy.cfm?ID=15264&c=39

My best,
Gary