If you're not on Verizon, ignore this post. I'm not on Verizon, but this irks me enough to want to share. From a co-worker:
So I got one of those "Hey, we're changing the rules..." pamphlets from Verizon last week.
Seems they want to now sell your calling profile to 3rd parties. Things like, how often you use your phone, what numbers you call, how often and for how long to each one, etc., no names or personal information (heh, where do you draw the line?) but enough big brother to make even me squirm.
It's called CPNI (Customer Proprietary Network Information).
Here's a quick link to get the lowdown:
Get ready for more advertising on your cell phone
So here's the deal: Call this number 1-800-333-9956. It's an automated system. Plug in your number and some other personal info (same kind of stuff you would give them if you called customer service) and opt out.
I think we can all agree that we have enough of our personal info floating around the great blue nothing...
[Here is the original posting. Thanks a ton Mr. Goodman]
Enjoy the remnant shreds of your privacy,
Bp
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