If you’re wondering about the title, it is what it is. Google diehards attacked the peaceful homes of people who wanted their residences blurred on Google Street View in Germany (henceforth known as exemptionists). What makes this incident hilariously awful is the means by which the diehards exacted vengeance: eggs. Yes, eggs. They threw eggs at houses. Morons, we say.
This is even worse if the pelters are apprehended and turn out to be grown men and women. Why would anyone in the world seriously become riled up by the decisions of other people (whom they don’t know, mind you), attack their houses, and post signs like “Google’s cool” on innocent mailboxes?
The Motivation Behind the Madness
The motivations behind these bizarre acts of vandalism remain unclear. However, it is speculated that these Google diehards might have felt a sense of betrayal or frustration towards the exemptionists. In their eyes, opting out of Google Street View could be seen as a rejection of technological progress or a hindrance to the collective digital mapping project. This misguided sense of loyalty to Google led them to take extreme and irrational actions.
It could all be a prank though. But alas, concrete details and nefarious motivations haven’t been revealed yet, so maybe we can just have a good laugh at these terrible acts of utter weirdness. Perhaps worse, the police are clueless as to exactly who perpetrated the egg vandalism, clueless except for the absolute they are very strange/disturbed people.
Alternative Methods of Protest
Come to think of it, those eggs that got thrown were totally wasted for a lost cause. Why didn’t the diehard pelters just hurl stale bread instead? Rotten vegetables, anyone? Old newspapers? These alternatives would have been less wasteful and perhaps even more symbolic. For instance, throwing rotten vegetables could signify the pelters’ disdain for the exemptionists’ decision, while old newspapers could represent outdated thinking.
Moreover, these alternative methods would have been less damaging and easier to clean up. Eggs can cause significant damage to property, especially if they dry and harden on surfaces. The cleanup process can be tedious and costly, adding to the distress of the victims. In contrast, stale bread or old newspapers would have been less harmful and more environmentally friendly.
The incident also raises questions about the broader implications of privacy and technology. While Google Street View offers numerous benefits, such as virtual tourism and easier navigation, it also poses privacy concerns. Some people may not want their homes displayed online for various reasons, including security and personal privacy. The exemptionists’ decision to opt out of Street View is a legitimate choice that should be respected.
Via Gizmodo
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