Originally posted by xoggoth
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Australia introduces web filters
The banned sites will be selected by an independent classification body.
A seven month trial in conjunction with internet service providers found the technology behind the filter to be 100% effective.
Mr Conroy said the filters included optional extras such as a ban on gambling sites which ISPs could choose to implement in exchange for a grant.
The banned sites will be selected by an independent classification body.
A seven month trial in conjunction with internet service providers found the technology behind the filter to be 100% effective.
Mr Conroy said the filters included optional extras such as a ban on gambling sites which ISPs could choose to implement in exchange for a grant.
("100% effective"? Yeah, right. That just has to be a lie.)
So is this this grounds for outrage? State operated censorship - and it is for sale.
"Who do you want us to block today?"™
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