Everyone arguing that spam isn't that bad, or is "pro-spam"...be careful, because last time I expressed that opinion some jack ass thought it would be cute to sign me up on a bunch of spam lists. Real fucking funny...anyway it did not prove a point or change my opinions regarding spam.
It's just not that big of a deal. Most of the anti-spam arguments are based on propaganda and bullshit in my opinion. I agree with saretta, I think most of the public outcry is because the government isn't getting their cut. Neither is AOL or Microsoft, so they are going to brainwash everyone into thinking spam will bring the end of the world if we don't stop it now. As soon as these fuckers get their cut, you won't hear so much about it.
I also agree with Hooper. The Internet is a public place. A very free public place. I personally believe it should be policed as little as possible, and people if they choose to get on the Internet should accept personal responsibility for what happens on it. After all, no one is forcing you to check your email...holding a gun to your head saying "check your email or you get a bullet in the brain".
The Internet is one of the few places we have left where pretty much everything goes. We are free to do as we please for the most part. And yes there will be things about it you or I don't like, but you have to accept those or lose some other freedoms because of legislation or "policing". I don't want that.
If you don't like it...don't get on the Internet, or create your own Intranet. Find another way to make your money or get your entertainment. I doubt you will be missed.
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