As a self-professed geek, I spend lots of time on geek websites. In particular, I try to read slashdot every day. Sure, it's a haven for fanboyz and zealots, but reading through the comments can be kind of funny some times.
Anyway, today they had a posting about an article from "Freedom to Tinker" about owning your own 128-bit integer. The idea is that they will generate a 128-bit number for you and use it to encrypt a copyrighted haiku that they deliver to you. By doing this, apparently the number then falls under the DMCA. As such, if some organization (say MPAA or RIAA) tries to use the number, which could be used to decrypt the haiku without my permission, I can release the hounds.
So, here's my number - EA 84 A7 52 30 CC 92 A6 6D FD B8 1D F5 D5 6D 06.
Some people have waaaaaay too much time on their hands. And I just love it!
- Mike
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