Reflection

For this week, you are to consider the following questions as we explore issues related to government surveillance and responsible encryption:

1. Is worrying about Big Brother simply paranoia, or is it an acceptable reality?

2. How should the government balance privacy and security?

3. How should the technology companies approach privacy and security?

4. What should engineers or developers consider when it comes to privacy and security?

5. Can one be truly free in a world with ubiquitous surveillance?

Note, you should not simply list the questions and answer each one directly. Instead, the questions are there to help you brainstorm about the question:

Where do you draw the line between individual privacy and national security? In a democracy, which one is paramount?

Your writing reflection should ultimately answer this question.