15.11.1. Selective disclosure of truth
- More euphemestic than "lying."
- Consider how we react when someone asks us about something
we consider overly personal, while a friend or loved one
may routinely ask such questions.
- Is "personal" the real issue? Or is that we understand
truth is a commodity with value, to be given out for
something in return?
- At one extreme, the person who casually and consistently
lies earns a poor reputation--anyone encountering them is
never certain if the truth is being told. At the other
extreme, the "always honest" person essentially gives too
much away, revealing preferences, plans, and ideas without
consideration.
- I'm all for secrets--and lies, when needed. I believe in
selective disclosure of the truth, because the truth
carries value and need not be "given away" to anyone who
asks.
15.11.2. Crytography allows virtual networks to arrange by
cryptographic collusion certain goals. Beyond just the
standard "cell" system, it allows arrrangements, plans, and
execution.
- collecting money to have someone killed is an example,
albeit a distasteful one
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