new Rogers terms of service

[D. Hugh Redelmeier]

I just got a new "terms of service" from Rogers.  It is now unified to
cover all Rogers services.  Things that I noted in my first quick
glance.  This document doesn't seem to be online.

Definition:

    "Equipment" means any device, equipment or hardware used to
    access the Services or used in conjunction with the Services,
    including any SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card.

This definition catches things I own, not just Rogers' property.
That makes a lot of things very wrong in the sequel.

    14.  You may not use the Services for anything other than your own
    personal use. You may not resell the Services, receive any charge or
    benefit for the use of the Services or provide internet access or any
    other feature of the Services to any third party.  You may not share
    or transfer your Services without our express consent.

a. the internet is about sharing.  Is a web server sharing my Service
when it sends a message to me??

b. does that mean that the rest of my household (family) cannot use the internet?

Summary: I think that this is overreaching.


    19.  ... We may also access or preserve content or information to
    comply with legal process in Canada or foreign jurisdictions, ...

Notice the word "foreign".  This is inappropriate and unacceptible.


    51. [WRT Television Services] Only one television or FM receiver may be
    attached to any outlet. ...

Does this prohibit VCRs, PVRs, etc?

    52. You may use the Equipment only at the service address identified
    on your account.

Surely only if Rogers owns the Equipment!
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