Is privacy an issue when it comes to the latest computerized electronics?

All I know is that if I hear: "This is the second notice (4000 times), that the warrenty on your car is about to expire"; I am going to reach through the phone, choke that voice, and her little dialer too!

Here in Germany its a problem with "Cold Callers" phoning even at weekends. I have an Answering Machine that answers the phone ALWAYS. I can also see if there is a number displayed (Caller ID) I answer.

If Anonymous is displayed, I do not answer at all. My message says that we do not answer anonymous calls, ever.....

If it is something/someone important who does not send his ID, he can leave a message, that happens very seldom as what the companies are doing is illegal and they know it!!!

At weekends, till recently, I would answer as it was usually a friend, but these companies have taken to ringing at weekends too, they get told to "go away in short sharp jerks".....or F.O.......

The German law forbids recording a conversation without first informing the caller, then they just ring off instantly, that was my old trick......but the answering machine trick is better.....

I called my cell phone service provider and had text messaging blocked from my phone. When I start getting calls on my cell from sales promoters, the cell phone will be history. I refuse to be interrupted and imposed upon by these arrogant people.

As to the unwanted calls concerning auto warranties, I have found that a complaint to the Better Business Bureau works wonders. No more calls or letters!!