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Should weapons have a kill switch?

Apr 6, 2015
...or a "not kill" switch, rather.

What if you could kill your stolen phone?

Apr 11, 2014
A "kill switch" on smart phones would prevent thefts and possibly save billions of dollars.

Why are cell phone carriers rejecting the 'kill switch'?

Dec 11, 2013
The 'kill switch' is an anti-theft technology designed for cell phones. But not everyone is on board. Now the Attorney General of New York wants to know why.

Senator wants U.S. president to have kill switch power

Jan 31, 2011
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) said on Friday she's going to re-introduce a bill that would give the President the power to shut off the internet....