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Originally Posted by HarryT
Software creates all manner of log files that aren't sent anywhere. Do you think that all the log files that Windows creates get transmitted to Microsoft?  |
Not that I am a fan of the behemoth in Redmond but at least you have to opt in with Microsofts data transmissions, when I install their software I'm politely asked if I want to help in enhancing the experience by sharing annonymous data.
Amazon makes it obligatory in their ToS, but like you I haven't had a problem with it so far and I too like a lot of the recommendations that comes my way. Had it not been for my purchasing history I doubt that I had been contacted about the 87th Precinct series and that took a long time to purchase because there were so many available during such a short time span. However, not everyone is as paranoid as I am, some are more concerened about their privacy and I can fully understand their desire to know what exactly is being transmitted and for what reason.
Imagine your wife found out that you had purchased boks from an IP address that belonged to your girlfriend?
