http://news.cnet.com/8301-31921_3-20023035-281.html?tag=topStories1
So TSA has installed new scanners at airports that do a full body x-ray and reveal very intimate details about a person. Obviously, some people have a huge problem with this and see it as an invasion of privacy. The alternative to getting the scan is an invasive pat-down that could bring serious personal boundary issues into play. Of course, TSA representatives say that there is no way the images will be leaked, but we've heard those kinds of stories before.
So what's more important? Individual privacy or community safety? Is this just another way that technology is infringing upon our personal rights and privileges?
I certainly understand the privacy issues, however, when the safety of hundreds or thousands of people are at stake which is more important. To me, the safety of myself and others is more important that an embarrassing x-ray being leaked. Of course, I'm not a celebrity, but then again would they be flying on TSA? My parents are subjected to a metal detector every time they enter work due to security measures and all of their personal items are scanned every time they go in or out of their particular work environment. They have never complained about it because it could actually be saving their life from someone bringing in some form of contraband. People need to take a close look and make the decision based on the question "What if the person behind me really has a gun or bomb?" Now make a decision about privacy or safety.
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