Re: E911 and appliances

On Fri, Aug 17, 2001 at 11:47:42AM -0700, Henning Schulzrinne wrote:
> In terms of the discussion here, I suspect that we'll see more choices
> as to how locations are being reported. However, given that people
> dialing 911 are often not exactly in the clearest state of mind, I have
> a hard time picturing a device that requires a user to make detailed
> choices in a scroll-down menu as to the location accuracy while the
> house is on fire.

In terms of interface, I would see as reasonable a menu choice to
not reveal information, which after 30 seconds or so (and perhaps a
voice prompt), would default to revealing exact location. That allows
for informed choice without comprimising safety.

I can clearly see cases in which I want to summon emergency services
without revealing that I'm the one doing so. For example, if I'm in
Amsterdam's red light district, I may want privacy, and be able to
report a street address.

Adam

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