Computers, Freedom and Privacy Conference 2007

The Computers, Freedom and Privacy Conference (CFP) is an annual event that brings together experts, advocates, and interested individuals from diverse fields to discuss the impact of computer and telecommunications technologies on freedom and privacy in society. Founded in 1991 by computer pioneer Jim Warren, the conference has been organized under the aegis of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) since at least 1999.

The 2007 conference, held in Montreal, Canada, featured a range of sessions addressing critical issues at the intersection of technology and civil liberties. Topics included data encryption, government surveillance, digital rights management, and the balance between security and privacy in the digital age. The event also provided a platform for debating global internet policies and their implications for personal privacy.

Attendees had opportunities to engage in networking sessions, participate in workshops, and hear from notable speakers such as James Waldo, Distinguished Engineer at Sun Microsystems; Janey Place, CEO of DigitalThinking; and Susan Landau of Sun Microsystems. The conference also hosted the Big Brother Awards, recognizing organizations that have significantly invaded personal privacy.

The CFP conference is particularly relevant for professionals in computer science, law, public policy, and advocacy, as well as for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of digital rights and privacy. It offers a unique forum for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration on pressing issues in the digital world.