[AusNOG] Internet companies forced to block The Pirate Bay, bittorrent websites in Australia, Federal Court rules

[Will Dowling]

> I realise this was probably a flippant quip, but just remember - if you were to do this, you would also then need to fully comply with the data retention legislation for those who "visit your house", along with getting all their details (and retaining them on file); comply with the privacy legislation; join the TIO; complete returns and compliance attestations with comcom, and with countless other acts, laws and requirements.


Fortunately, you would both: (a) not be considered a CSP as you’re not charging for the service; and (b) be covered under the “same area” exemption [1].


- Will


[1] IANAL