> Just a thought... how are other networks handling the issues behind > encryption of international communications? After all, our wonderful > country (and the very trustworthy folks down at the FBI) seem to enjoy > their ability to spy on their citizens freely. :-) > > Would the Undernet encounter any legal issues with server-based > encryption? Any type of export regulations? Of course I say to hell with > their restrictions, but I'm sure they wouldn't see it that way.
If we frame our code carefully--that is, define the interface to be used for compression rather than encryption, and of course don't ship the crypto library ourselves--we shouldn't run afoul of any US encryption regulations. Other countries do restrict encryption technology in different ways, however, and Undernet servers in those countries may not be able to use the code. IANAL, so take with a cup and a half of salt. -- Kevin L. Mitchell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
