The United States government seems to be sending mixed messages.

By Kevin Collier — March 26

The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1984 is under fire after the high-profile case of activist Aaron Swartz, but he's not the only one to face controversial charges under the law.

By Kevin Collier — March 25

Jacques Mattheij's site is intended to level the playing field when it comes to access to academic papers.

By Curt Hopkins — February 15

The White House must now respond to a petition to fire U.S. Attorney Steve Heymann, the prosecutor in Aaron's Swartz's hacking case.

By Kevin Collier — February 12

Rep. Zoe Lofgren took Reddit's suggestions in her efforts to reform the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.

By Curt Hopkins — February 04

In a petition to get the perpetrators to cease and desist, an Anon writes: "We are not condemning those participating, only distancing ourselves from the message of this operation."

By Curt Hopkins — February 01