Hi, I'm performing an "undertaking" of my choice on Technology and
Human values, and I have chosen the whole "Big Brother" surveillence
issue.

I am looking for general as well as specific information on and about
the "issue" of surveillence, surrounding human rights, government
involvement, society  etc. For example, any organizations that are
currently involved, or any activist groups either for or against it,
major producers of surveillence equipment and any promising new
technology on the horizon. Also, somewhere I can find out about United
States Citizens rights regarding surveillence and cameras. Basically,
any information you yourself are willing to provide for the price,
along with links to Surveillence Company sites, any Pro or Anti Big
Brother organization websites, Human Rights Websites with information
about this, Conspiracy Theories, And anything else you may be able to
find. I am in need of an answer by Thursday 12 noon. Thanks So much
and please feel free to clarify for me, this afternoon. Thanks.

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Request for Question Clarification by websearcher-ga on 04 Jun 2003 10:35 PDT

Hello blaskotnu:

Thanks for the interesting question. Since you are in a hurry for this
information for your "undertaking", here is how I propose we proceed.
Over the next couple of hours, I will compile a quick list of links
and information on the "Big Brother" theme, which I will post as an
answer to your question. Hopefully, this will provide you with the
opportunity to ask for any clarifications or areas where you need more
detail before your time limit of tomorrow noon.

How's that sound? 

Working on it...

websearcher-ga

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Clarification of Question by blaskotnu-ga on 04 Jun 2003 10:56 PDT

Sounds Excellent. I have this "undertaking" thing due tomorrow by 5
o-clock, so when I said noon, it was to give me time to work on it
with the help you guys provided, however, there are no guidlines for
the "undertaking" so I am forced to make up my own.. what I'll be
doing is creating some sort of report/project today and tomorrow, and
I had trouble finding good Information so I came to you guys. So, to
clarify a little more, just some sort of collection of general
knowledge on the subject that I can turn into a project. You guys are
awesome thanks so much
~Tim

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Clarification of Question by blaskotnu-ga on 04 Jun 2003 10:57 PDT

Definately one to tip for good work, thanks for the service.

Hi blaskotnu:

OK - let's get started. I've compiled the following information that
should allow you to quickly get the lay of the land and indentify
exactly what you want to write about in your report. I suggest that
you scan through the specific pages I've identified first (plus any
links from those pages you find compelling). Once you've identified
your precise project topic, if you need me to research further
details, I'd be more than happy to help. Just send me a Clarification
Request.


Organizations with Information
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There are many organizations out there who deal with the issues
surrounding privacy and surveillance. I've tried to focus on the ones
with a "technology slant" and to identify key pages on those sites for
you to start at.


Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT)
*****************************************
Homepage: http://www.cdt.org/

Government Surveillance 
URL: http://www.cdt.org/wiretap/

USA Patriot Act(s) Ramifications
URL: http://www.cdt.org/security/010911response.shtml
Note: This excellent set of pages list not just the act, but a point
by point account of what impact it has on personal privacy in the U.S.

The Nature and Scope of Governmental Electronic Surveillance Activity
URL: http://www.cdt.org/wiretap/wiretap_overview.html
Notes: An excellent overview of laws revolving around wiretapping. 

Wiretaps and Cybersecurity Legislation
URL: http://www.cdt.org/legislation/108th/wiretaps/
Notes: Currently debated and upcoming legislation. 

Digital Storm
URL: http://www.cdt.org/wiretap/govaccess/LawEnforcement.html
Note: Nice Flash demo on what's going on.


Privacy International
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Homepage: http://www.privacyinternational.org/index.html

The 2002 US Big Brother Awards
URL: http://www.privacyinternational.org/bigbrother/us2002/
Note: Lists links to some pretty scary "award" winners, as well as
some champions of privacy.


Privacy Foundation
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Homepage: http://www.privacyfoundation.org/

Workplace Surveillance Report
URL: http://www.privacyfoundation.org/workplace/index.asp
Note: Excellent overview of what's going on in this crucial area. 


Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
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Homepage: http://www.privacyrights.org/

Fact Sheet 2: Wireless Communications Privacy 
URL: http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs2-wire.htm
Note: Is your cell phone being tapped?

Fact Sheet 7: Workplace Privacy
URL: http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs7-work.htm

Fact Sheet 9: Wiretapping/Eavesdropping on Telephone Conversations
URL: http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs9-wrtp.htm
note: Lots of good legal information.


American Civil Liberties Union
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Homepage: http://www.aclu.org/

Privacy & Technology 
URL: http://www.aclu.org/Privacy/PrivacyMain.cfm
Note: Fantastic links


Surveillance (and Anti-Surveillance) Products
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I've listed a few companies providing technology product in the
surveillance area. I've tried to find a cross-section of the kind of
outfits out there.

OR-COM
URL: http://www.or-com.com/products.htm
Note: Mostly audio products

RemoteReality
URL: http://www.remotereality.com/security/
Note: Corporate video surveillance products

CombinedSafety.com
URL: http://www.combinedsafety.com/index.php/browse/spy-surveillance/?add=google
Note: Hidden/covert cameras


Again, if you need further help, please ask. I'll be checking my
question status throughout the day.

websearcher-ga


Search Strategy (on Google):

surveillance issues
privacy site:.org
big brother" site:.org
surveillance site:.org
"Privacy rights" site:.org
"surveillance technology"
surveillance products
home surveillance products

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Request for Answer Clarification by blaskotnu-ga on 04 Jun 2003 13:53 PDT

What an amazing service you guys provide. I found this on a whim today
while I was searching for this information my self, thanks so much for
this help.

See if you can't find anything on the future of surveillence, even if
it is far fetched, or something in the works. Anything that might be
"in development" or on the horizon. Anything on new and upcoming
technology, especially controversial or impacting technology, in this
area. Thanks so much, 5 stars and a tip for all your help,

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Clarification of Answer by websearcher-ga on 04 Jun 2003 14:43 PDT

Hi blaskotnu:

Thanks for the clarification request and the kind words. 

I've done some more searching for you and I'll quickly tell you what
I've found (as scary as it is). Check out the following to start with
- and once again let me know if you need more research and where.


SECURITY EXPERTS CALL FOR 'MANHATTAN PROJECT,' OTHER EFFORTS, TO
COUNTER TERRORISM THREATS
URL: http://www.nyas.org/press/pr_013110.html
Note: Issues around the use of biometrics - or identifying people
through technology by their unique physical features. No ID card need
here!

George Orwell, here we come
URL: http://news.com.com/2010-1069-979276.html
Note: The U.S. government's Total Information Awareness system -
coming to a reality near you.

Future Tech: Eyes in the Sky
URL: http://www.discover.com/jan_01/feattech.html
Note: Commercial satellite surveillence - don't bother telling us
where you want to go today...we already know

Future Tech: Beyond X-ray Vision - Can Big Brother see right through
your clothes?
URL: http://www.discover.com/july_02/feattech.html
Note: Portable x-ray devices that see right through walls. 

Advanced Surveillance Technology (AST) 
URL: http://amtl.lanl.gov/ast2.shtml
Note: Now they're even bringing Artificial Intelligence into it!


Hope this helps!

websearcher-ga

Excellent work, found exactly what I needed, and was extremely helpful
and kind. Great Researcher, deserves a promotion or gold star sticker
;-) one or the other. Who would of thought? Personal researchers for
hire, and their damn good. Takes all the trouble of you struggling
through broken links and not finding what you need. Will definately do
business with Google Answers team in the future, thanks again.

Hi blaskotnu:

Thanks for the extremely kind words and the nice tip! Now you've got
me waiting for a gold star! ;-) ;-)

Glad I could help. I look forward to your future questions. 

websearcher-ga