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Surveillance and Privacy

Surveillance involves monitoring people’s activities through tools like cameras, internet tracking, or data collection, often for security, safety, or organizational purposes. Privacy refers to individuals’ right to control their personal information and limit who can access their private life. While surveillance can help prevent crime or improve services, it can also infringe on privacy, leading to concerns about unauthorized data use and loss of personal freedom. The balance between surveillance and privacy depends on ensuring security while respecting individual rights to keep personal information confidential and maintain autonomy.