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By Dan Nonte, University Relations
Contact: (336) 334-4314
Posted 11-19-09
GREENSBORO, N.C. — There are a variety of technologies that allow people to take some control over the privacy of their communications and information. Do you know what they are?
Dr. Steve Tate, head for the UNCG Department of Computer Science, will lead a discussion 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, on privacy in the digital age. The talk is part of Science on Tap, an informal discussion series featuring UNCG faculty at the Green Bean, 341 S. Elm Street in downtown Greensboro.
Cryptography, anonymous communication networks and digital rights management can all help people protect their privacy. Come learn about the technologies involved in an array of public policy issues, including electronic health care information systems.
Tate will describe how cryptography has advanced over the past few decades and various attempts by government to respond to these advances through regulation and other means.
Sponsored by the UNCG Office of Research and Economic Development, Science on Tap is in its second year. For more information, visit scienceandsociety.uncg.edu, email researchpartners@uncg.edu or call (336) 334-4623.