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According to Wikipedia, “Trusted computing refers to a family of specifications from the TCPA with a stated goal of making computers more secure through the use of dedicated hardware.” It was designed limit the impact of viruses, hackers, and other security threats. After that never took off, the world’s largest computing companies, like Intel, Microsoft, and HP, decided to create a consortium to effectively enforce it by using power in numbers. Originally the user was able to decide what she wanted to trust, but now these companies are creating a standardized “list” of certified TC components. What does this mean? Only that they will effectively be able to take all freedom and power away from the users, and leave what you were once able to do with your computer, up to their discretion. This will let these companies dictate what kind of media you’re able to play with your computer and other media devices, since they’re planning on having all computer-like devices TC enabled. No more copying your own CDs, or running programs that aren’t on the “authorized applications list.” No more using non-Microsoft programs. No more leaks to the press to expose scandals, because of document management and destruction capabilities built into the system. The ability for anything to be censored, and the worst, no more anonymity on the Internet. With this system, any computer will be able to be identified, and remotely controlled. If we have a file on our computer that, say Microsoft thinks is pirated or an MP3, etc, they can remotely delete it. Sad thing is, it’s already started. The best thing you can do now is educate yourself on the topic and spread the word that this WILL take away our rights as computer owners users.

Trusted Computing: An Animated Short — Perfect for the Lay Person!
AgainstTCPA.com — Read alllll about it.
Anti-TCPA Banners — Please put one of these on your website, or in your e-mail signatures.