Privacy and National Security Essay. Law Assignment

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Privacy and National Security
Government surveillance of personal privacy has raised concerns to policy makers and the American citizens. Security agencies use business and personal data to effectively deal with a specific security threat. Apple was ordered by the federal court to unlock the iPhone of a suspected terrorist but the company challenged the order (Maniam np). Technology firms ought to protect private data of different clients from access by unauthorized persons. A person should have informed consent when private information is derived from the phone. Technology firms find it difficult to protect client privacy and cooperate with law enforcers requesting private information of a suspect.
The balancing of privacy and security is crucial for any technological application and a smooth social flow. Some Americans view that a person should not give up the right to privacy and freedom for security reasons. Personal privacy and national security are conflicting subjects that require proper balance. However, national security should be prioritized to privacy requiring an individual or tec...