Internet giants, privacy advocates in 'Do Not Track' showdown
Washington has proposed a "Do Not Track" mechanism that would give Internet users better control of their personal information. The measure has Internet firms facing off with privacy groups over how tough the rules should be.
The Obama administration is considering the creation of an agency that would set standards for Internet governance, and the "Do Not Track" option has been proposed with a deadline in order to push privacy advocates and corporations to the negotiating table.
The idea for such a mechanism has been floating around Washington since 2007..... MORE
Source: RT.com
URL: http://rt.com/usa/news/do-not-track-showdown-901/
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