commit c9c3d20694b7187cbb23a36c47cb0dad99da1e08
Author: gus <g...@torproject.org>
Date: Wed Aug 14 15:08:27 2019 -0400
Add a paragraph explaining about bad relays
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.../community-resources/contents.lr | 29 +++++++++++++++++-----
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--- a/content/relay-operations/community-resources/contents.lr
+++ b/content/relay-operations/community-resources/contents.lr
@@ -16,13 +16,14 @@ html: two-columns-page.html
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body:
+# Legal resources
+
Exit relay operators should understand the potential risks associated with
running an exit relay.
For the majority of operators in most countries, bridges and guard/middle
relays are very low risk.
Exits are the ones that present some legal concerns, but operators under most
circumstances will be able to handle legal matters by having an abuse response
letter, running the exit from a location that isn't their home, and reading
through some of the legal resources that Tor-supportive lawyers have put
together.
-# Legal resources
+The [EFF Tor Legal FAQ](/eff-tor-legal-faq) answers many common questions
about relay operation and the law. We also like [Noisebridge's
wiki](https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Noisebridge_Tor/FBI) for additional
legal resources.
-The [EFF Tor Legal FAQ](https://www.torproject.org/eff/tor-legal-faq.html.en)
answers many common questions about relay operation and the law. We also like
[Noisebridge's wiki](https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Noisebridge_Tor/FBI) for
additional legal resources.
In general it's a good idea to consult with a lawyer before deciding to
operate an exit relay, especially if you live in a place where exit relay
operators have been harassed, or if you're the only exit relay operator in your
region.
Get in touch with your local digital rights organization to see if they have
recommendations about legal assistance, and if you're not sure what
organizations are working in your region, [write to
EFF](https://www.eff.org/about/contact) and see if they can help connect you.
@@ -33,7 +34,7 @@ Also see the [Tor Exit Guidelines](tor-exit-guidelines).
Operators can put together their own abuse complaint template responses from
one of many templates that Tor has created: [Tor Abuse
Templates](tor-abuse-templates).
It is important to respond to abuse complaints in a timely manner (usually
within 24 hours). If the hoster gets annoyed by the amount of abuse you can
reduce the amount of ports allowed in your exit policy.
-Please document your experience with new hosters on the following wiki page:
[GoodBadISPs](good-bad-isps)
+Please document your experience with new hosters on the following page:
[GoodBadISPs](good-bad-isps)
Other docs we like:
@@ -47,33 +48,47 @@ Running relays is more fun with other people! You can work
with your university
## Torservers.net
Torservers is an independent, global network of organizations that help the
Tor network by running high bandwidth Tor relays.
+
Becoming a Torservers partner is a good way to become more involved in the Tor
relay community, and can help you connect with dedicated relay operators around
the world for solidarity and support.
+
To start a Torservers partner, the most important thing is to have a group of
people (3-5 suggested to start) interested in helping with the various
activities required for running relays.
+
There should be mutual trust between the people in the group, and members
should commit to running relays for the long term.
+
If you do not know anyone in your social network interested in running relays,
one place to meet people is [your local
hackerspace](https://wiki.hackerspaces.org/Hackerspaces).
Once you have a trusted group of people, depending on your region, it is often
advised to create some type of non-profit corporation.
+
This is useful for having a bank account, shared ownership, grant
applications, etc.
In many countries operating as a corporation instead of as an individual can
also get you certain legal protections.
The next steps are figuring out hardware, transit, and server hosting.
Depending on your location and connections within the technical community of
the area, the last one may be the hardest step.
+
Small local ISPs often have extra bandwidth, and may be interested in
supporting your group with some bandwidth or rackspace.
+
It is extremely important to maintain good relationships with these ISPs.
## At your university
Many computer science departments, university libraries, and individual
students and faculty run relays from university networks.
+
These universities include the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT
CSAIL), Boston University, the University of Waterloo, the University of
Washington, Northeastern University, Karlstad University, Universitaet
Stuttgart, and Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg.
+
To learn more about how to get support for a relay on your university's
network, check out EFF's resources: [Tor on
campus](https://www.eff.org/torchallenge/tor-on-campus.html).
## At your company or organization
If you work at a Tor-friendly company or organization, that's another ideal
place to run a relay.
-Some companies running relays include Brass Horn Communications, Quintex
Alliance Consulting, and OmuraVPN.
+Some companies running relays include [Brass Horn
Communications](https://brasshorncommunications.uk/), [Quintex Alliance
Consulting](https://www.quintex.com/), [Private Internet
Access](https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/), [Boing
Boing](https://boingboing.net/) and OmuraVPN.
+
Some organizations running Tor relays include Digital Courage, [Access
Now](https://www.accessnow.org/), [Derechos
Digitales](https://tor.derechosdigitales.org), [Enjambre
Digital](https://tor.enjambre.net/) and Lebanon Libraries in New Hampshire.
-# More resources
+# Bad relays
+
+A bad relay is one that either doesn't work properly or tampers with our
users' connections. This can be either through maliciousness or
misconfiguration. Many bad relays are caught thanks to our wider community, so
many thanks for all your help and vigilance! Learn how you can report [bad
relays](bad-relays).
+
+# Other resources
Congratulations, you're officially a Tor relay operator! What now?
@@ -81,4 +96,6 @@ Congratulations, you're officially a Tor relay operator! What
now?
* There is also more info about running a relay at the [Tor
FAQ](https://2019.www.torproject.org/docs/faq.html.en#HowDoIDecide).
-* And, most importantly, make sure to email tsh...@torproject.org and [claim
your swag](swags). It's our way of saying thanks for defending privacy and free
speech online.
+* And, most importantly, make sure to email tsh...@torproject.org and [claim
your swag](swag). It's our way of saying thanks for defending privacy and free
speech online.
+
+
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