Hi Trina, There's a good book by Simon Singh called "code book" which explains the reason why governments (Especially the U.S.) are against strong encryption (among other topics). I think the major reason is because they want the ability to unencrypt your files if you're a criminal.
Prehaps you could read about the History of PGP and Phil Zimmerman... That maybe a good starting point... Andy. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2002 01:19 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: strong encryption - governments denying individuals the right to use Hi all I am hoping that someone out there may be able to assist me with my assignment. I am having to write a position paper on - should our government (Australian) deny individuals the use of strong encryption? Unfortunately I have challenged myself and decided that I would support the idea of the Government denying individuals the right to use strong encryption. Only problem is I can't find any information that explicitly supports this argument, nor am I sure what I should put in this 'Position Paper'. Any ideas, any at all? Sincerely, Trina ____________________________________________________________________________ ___ Unencrypted electronic mail is not secure and may not be authentic. If you have any doubts as to the contents please telephone to confirm. This electronic transmission is intended only for those to whom it is addressed. It may contain information that is confidential, privileged or exempt from disclosure by law. Any claim to privilege is not waived or lost by reason of mistaken transmission of this information. If you are not the intended recipient you must not distribute or copy this transmission and should please notify the sender. Your costs for doing this will be reimbursed by the sender. ____________________________________________________________________________ ___
