there are these cypherpunks who have created an entire *religion* out of *defying* and *sabotaging* whatever identification scheme is invented. Let it be signatures, checks, birth certificiates, drivers licenses, social security, etc. How many cypherpunks are reincarnated thieves, anyway? What society do you people live in, anyway? do you think that checks with your True Name invade your privacy? do you think your bank, associates, or the government doesn't have a right to know who you are? (Uh, rhetorical question. I know the answer.)
Actually, I still do not think he knows the answer. However, the second part of the question is more relevant. No, the bank, my associates, or the government does not have the right to know who I am simply because I exist and do business with them. Those entities should only know what I tell them, nothing more. The current trend towards Big Brotherism in the *real* world is why I'm a cypherpunk. I wish to control my own information, not some faceless bank, credit beaurau, or other possibly wrong information provider. -- Pat Hykkonen ** N5NPL ** pat@tstc.edu ** CNSA -- (817) 867-4831 Disclaimer: This product may cause irritability in some users. In cases of allergic reaction, delete and consult a physician immediately.