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The video discusses the government's proposal for enhanced digital surveillance to protect national security and combat serious crimes like terrorism and child abuse. While proponents argue it's necessary for safety, opponents see it as a mass invasion of privacy. A case study of a police raid in Lincolnshire highlights the effectiveness of such measures in catching criminals. However, the technical challenges of separating content from communications data are significant and costly. Privacy advocates warn that these measures could lead to unprecedented government monitoring of the Internet.

What is the primary reason the government gives for needing better digital surveillance?

• To improve public transportation

• To protect national security

• To reduce taxes

• To increase internet speed

What was discovered during the police raid in Lincolnshire?

• A secret government document

• A hidden treasure

• An industrial-sized server for distributing illegal images

• A new type of technology

Why do criminal justice professionals support digital surveillance?

• To promote social media usage

• To catch criminals and protect children

• To read everyone's Facebook status

• To increase government revenue

What is a major challenge in separating content from communications data?

• It is easy and inexpensive

• It requires no technology

• It is complex and costly

• It can be done without filters

What do privacy campaigners fear about the new digital surveillance measures?

• They will reduce the number of criminals

• They will give the government unprecedented access to monitor the internet

• They will increase social media usage

• They will improve internet speed