[NTLUG:Discuss] the breaking point of spam

[Michael Barnes]

Neil Aggarwal told me on 7/25/2006 3:46 PM:
> Ken:
> 
>> Another problem is anonymity.  If I want to send anonymous email now,
>> its possible.  A system that is capable of keeping out spammers would
>> likely not allow anonymity, and that's a necessity.
> 
> I think I disagree with you on this point.  
> Why does legit email need anonymity?
> 
> Thanks,
> 	Neil
> 

An example of "anonymous" email comes to mind for missionaries serving 
in "closed" countries.  Some things just have to be communicated quickly 
and email is the best way to do it, but having it tracked back to the 
sender could put lives in danger.  You must keep in mind the freedom we 
enjoy in this country is rare compared to the rest of the world.  What 
is perfectly legitimate to us can be punished by a death sentence elsewhere.

Michael