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I'm sick and tied of cameras (self.privacy)

submitted 16 hours ago by possiblylinux127 to c/[email protected]

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They are literally everywhere. I can't go any place without being watched. I just want some privacy. The most alarming part is that they put cameras on all entrances and exits so they can know who's entering or leaving. Why do they need to stalk me as I go about my day? The area I live in is overall pretty safe so I don't see the justification.

I have also noticed that some people actually feel safe where there are cameras. I get that people can get scared but I don't think creating a giant network of mass surveillance is the answer.

What is this dystopian future we have marched into.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 15 hours ago (3 children)

Well, people tend to like to know who is entering their private property.

Or are there cameras watching who is entering your public parks and shit? I have cameras on my house, so people don't need to enter if it makes them uncomfortable, but it's handy for when people try to snoop when I am not around. Neighbours have stolen things in the past, even though it's a tight knit community.

Have also provided the footage to police to prove that said neighbor who stole stuff assaulted another neighbor in the street since the camera covers the driveway.

It only takes one asshole to justify cameras.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 hours ago

Have also provided the footage to police to prove that said neighbor who stole stuff assaulted another neighbor in the street since the camera covers the driveway.

The problem is: the very next step is "why don't you just provide a live feed of your cameras to the police?" Maybe we can start with just part of the time, like when you're on vacation. Hey, we'll give you a great deal on your insurance... for the first year.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 hours ago

There is a camera on every corner of my neighborhood. That is far more than than having a doorbell camera for your house.

[–] possiblylinux127 4 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

I don't have a problem with them putting a few cameras here and there. However, putting them everywhere is a bit crazy. Sure you can put a camera on a cash register or in key places in a parking garage but do you really need cameras on every area?

[–] [email protected] -1 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

Eh, it’s mostly a liability thing. Cameras make insurance companies very happy

[–] [email protected] 5 points 12 hours ago (1 children)

That doesn't excuse anything; it only illustrates what cancer the insurance industry is.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 hours ago

Where did I excuse anything?