Incompatibility of Membership
a year ago
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- #society
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- The Chaos Computer Club (CCC) has evolved over 42 years, focusing on technology's societal impact.
- Technology and electronic communication are now key drivers of new developments.
- The CCC emphasizes responsible hacking, guided by the mantra 'use public data, protect private data'.
- Hacker ethics challenge the status quo, encouraging critical reflection and mistrust of authorities.
- The CCC has expanded its focus beyond computers to include human rights, diversity, and sustainability.
- Openness is a CCC principle, but it has boundaries, especially in light of rising nationalism and extremism.
- Hacking is about societal improvement, not just technical skills.
- The CCC is a diverse community promoting freedom of information and knowledge.
- Racism, fascism, and violence are incompatible with CCC membership.