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Re: Exit node connection statistics



On Mon, Jul 14, 2008 at 11:03 AM, coderman <coderman@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> """
> Should I snoop on the plaintext that exits through my Tor relay?
>
> No. You may be technically capable of modifying the Tor source code or
> installing additional software to monitor or log plaintext that exits
> your node. However, Tor relay operators in the U.S. can create legal
> and possibly even criminal liability for themselves under state or
> federal wiretap laws if they affirmatively monitor, log, or disclose
> Tor users' communications, while non-U.S. operators may be subject to
> similar laws. Do not examine the contents of anyone's communications
> without first talking to a lawyer.
> """
>
> best regards,
>

If he's not concerned with possible legal problems, like if he's
staying anonymous, this really doesn't matter. It's really his choice.