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How Wiretapping Works
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Wiretapping allows people to listen to the phone calls of others. Learn how wiretapping works, wiretapping history and about wiretapping techniques.
Is the FBI reading my e-mail?
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When the FBI announced two years ago that it no was longer using its Carnivore Internet surveillance software, it seemed like a victory. Find out why the techniques employed in the new ISP-based surveillance approach may be even more evasive.
How Carnivore Worked
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The FBI's Carnivore can tap into networks to intercept anything done on the Net. Find out what's involved in Web eavesdropping.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
Can the government read your private e-mails?
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Email is now protected from secret government searches thanks to a recent U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling. Read about this landmark email privacy ruling.
How To Tell if Your Phone Is Tapped
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It's possible and relatively easy for someone to tap into your phone line or cell phone. With a few tips, it's also easy to tell if someone tapped your phone.
How the FBI Works
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The FBI is explained in this article. Learn about the FBI.
How Does a Lie Detector (Polygraph) Work?
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You may know a bit about polygraphs, but do you know which physical reactions it actually monitors?
Can anyone hear my baby monitor?
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I have read that it is possible for people to listen in on baby monitors. Is this true? Can people hear my baby monitor?
Why Does the Phone Still Work When the Electricity Goes Out?
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The power goes out fairly often for most people, but your telephone, is always working. Learn why the phone works even when the electricity goes out.