Convergence computers, which then return information to the user's computer, which displays the appropriate Web page. At the moment, only the product's Web site is returned. As the service grows, additional information, such as the comparison shopping and possible consumer-alert information mentioned earlier, could also be sent, says Davis. At Weinstein's suggestion, later versions of the software also include information on privacy issues. The Privacy Forum moderator is still withholding judgment on the product, but notes the company has taken some steps in the right direction.
Users are very skeptical.
Companies really have to bend over backwards to convince users. Companies say they're not using the data they collect, but people just don't believe them. It's a bad state of affairs.