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Wiretap

/ˈwaɪərˌtæp/noun / verb
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A wiretap refers to the covert interception of electronic communications, such as phone calls or emails, typically for surveillance or investigative purposes. In today's digital age, it extends to monitoring internet traffic and social media, sparking debates over privacy rights versus security needs. This practice requires legal authorization in most democracies to prevent abuses of power.

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