eBook reader surveillance can have a strong negative effect on freedom of association and freedom of expression. In this paper we consider the potential for Kindle surveillance through a review of two of Amazon’s patents. We then consider the impact of reader surveillance on freedom of association through a study of US and European law. Particular emphasis is placed on the chilling effect of loss of anonymity in a group setting.

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电子书监控和对结社自由的威胁

电子书阅读器的监视可能对结社自由和表达自由产生严重的负面影响。在本文中，我们将通过审查两项亚马逊专利来考虑Kindle监控的潜力。然后，我们通过研究美国和欧洲法律来考虑读者监视对结社自由的影响。特别强调在小组环境中失去匿名性带来的寒蝉效应。