In the online game “World of Warcraft”, the operator of the game can “see” whether you are using a code-breaking website while you play. If you cheat, they can expel you from the game.
Tailored advertisements
Gmail uses a program that scans the e-mails you write and looks for words that identify something that you’re interested in. Google then tailors its advertisements accordingly.
Electronic tickets
These enable the transportation company to figure out where you’ve been, and when. The information is saved, and you can easily check where you’ve been recently by using the company’s website.
Fingerprints and DNA
Fingerprints, iris scanning and other biometric measurements are technologies that are beginning used in ever-increasing circles.
There are plans afoot to include fingerprints in new Norwegian passports. Some people want to create a national database of
people’s DNA. Such a database will make it easier to catch
criminals, but the information can also be abused.
