Standardized NEMA sockets let municipalities add cameras and air sensors to existing poles with no public vote or new hardware

  • Talcosis@lemmy.zip
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    7 days ago

    Yes, as a matter of fact I have read the article, similar complaints, and even added my own novel explanation to the discussion! Namely, the purpose of the article is to try and make people worried about cameras sound like they’re anti-outlet, as any outlet can have a camera plugged in!

    I know basic reading comprehension can be difficult, especially with the defunding of public education. Would you like me to break it down again, with even simpler words?

    • prole@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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      7 days ago

      Why else would they need to have outlets at the top of street lights, if not for surveillance shit?

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      7 days ago

      Did you read the article and identify how the outlet was being used currently, and how it will be used in the future?

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        7 days ago

        Yes. Did you know that the outlet you plugged your device into is currently powering a device that is spying on you, and can be used to plug in a surveillance camera!

        Horrific!

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              7 days ago

              I’m impressed, I half expected you to say it provided the lights.

              Now, do you understand the difference between a state-run network of IoT devices along roads versus a socket in your own home? Is the government allowed to install a surveillance device in both equally?

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                7 days ago

                Yes, I understand that. I also understand now that you completely missed my point even with the simpler explanation. I…don’t think there will be a productive outcome here.

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                  7 days ago

                  You were just telling me how that outlet in my home is effectively identical to the outlet on a government controlled street. If I were you, I’d want to quit talking, too.

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                    7 days ago

                    It literally is. Unless you’re violating building code by not using NEMA outlets.