RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection Runs Afoul of Policy, EU Data

In summary, the RedZone IP address detection tool, designed to protect Second Life users from harassment and abuse, has been found to violate new SL policies and EU data privacy laws. This has caused users to question the safety of the system and opt for alternative methods, such as routing traffic through proxies or bouncers.
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RedZone, Second Life IP Address Detection Tool, Runs Afoul of New SL Policy, EU Data

In an odd turn of events that is all too common online these days, an ingenious system created for Second Life land holders to reduce incidents of harassment and abuse by malicious griefers has itself turned out to be a … http://virtualnavigator.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/redzone-second-life-ip-address-detection-tool-runs-afoul-of-new-sl-policy-eu-data-privacy-law/" http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=virtualnavigator.wordpress.com&blog=11498882&post=532&subd=virtualnavigator&ref=&feed=1

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In an odd turn of events that is all too common online these days, an ingenious system created for Second Life land holders to reduce incidents of harassment and abuse by malicious griefers has itself turned out to be a … http://virtualnavigator.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/redzone-second-life-ip-address-detection-tool-runs-afoul-of-new-sl-policy-eu-data-privacy-law/" http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=virtualnavigator.wordpress.com&blog=11498882&post=532&subd=virtualnavigator&ref=&feed=1

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...And people wonder why I route traffic through proxies or bouncers...


Oh yeah, and don't "play" second life. :wink:
 
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1. What is "RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection" and what does it do?

"RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection" is a software used in the virtual world Second Life to track and store the IP addresses of users. It is designed to identify and block potential griefers or scammers by flagging accounts with multiple IP addresses.

2. Why is "RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection" causing controversy?

There are concerns that the software violates EU data protection laws by collecting and storing personal data without proper consent from the users. Additionally, it has been reported that the software may be used to discriminate against certain groups of users based on their IP addresses.

3. Is the use of "RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection" prohibited by Second Life's policies?

No, Second Life's policies do not explicitly prohibit the use of this software. However, it is important for users to be aware of how their personal data is being collected and used, and to make informed decisions about their participation in Second Life.

4. What actions have been taken against the use of "RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection"?

Several Second Life users have filed complaints with the EU data protection authorities, and the makers of "RedZone" have been asked to make changes to their software to comply with EU data protection laws. Some users have also chosen to boycott or protest against the use of this software in Second Life.

5. Is there an alternative to "RedZone Second Life IP Address Detection"?

Yes, there are other security and anti-griefing tools available in Second Life that do not collect personal data or violate privacy laws. Users can also take measures to protect their own privacy, such as using a virtual private network (VPN) while in Second Life.

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