On Thu, May 10, 2001 at 12:26:58PM -0400, Derek Glidden wrote:
> Dev Random wrote:
> >
> > Hi all,
> >
> > (Note, I'm crossposting to devl and tech lists - please reply to tech...)
> >
> > I've been thinking about the issues surrounding file sharing and anonymous
> > communication in general. One difficult issue with Freenet is that merely
> > running the protocol on the Internet may open people to attack in some
> > jurisdictions. Additionally, file sharing is currently a controversial legal
> > topic (e.g. Napster trial).
>
> [etc]
>
> Why wouldn't IPSEC suffice?
IPSEC does not help you if your adversary (e.g. MPAA or the government)
connects directly to you. After successfuly connecting, they will know what
protocol you are running, and may attempt to attack you through legal means.
With my proposal you can prevents this by running an anonymizing layer
that has general applicability. Then an adversary cannot prove who is running
any particular protocol.
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