Klobuchar, Thune Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Privacy and Security for Internet Users
February 24th, 2010 - Washington, DC - Today U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Thune (R-SD) announced legislation with that will help make internet users more aware of privacy and security risks associated with peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing programs. The bill, known as the P2P Cyber Protection and Informed User Act, would require software developers to clearly inform users when their files are made available to other P2P users.
“As a former prosecutor, I know that identity theft and security leaks can be prevented,” said Klobuchar. “Families across Minnesota run the risk of unintentionally sharing all of their private files like tax returns, legal documents, medical records, and home movies when they are connected to peer-to-peer networks. This bill will let people know – in a way that they can understand – that their personal files are being shared with complete strangers.”
“It is important that consumers are aware of the privacy and security threats associated with some peer-to-peer file-sharing programs. The P2P Cyber Protection and Informed User Act is an important step in achieving this goal,” said Thune.
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