2. Using data mining, it is possible not only to capture information that has been buried in distant courthouses but also to manipulate and cross-index it.This ability can benefit law enforcement but invade privacy. In 1996, Lexis-Nexis, the online information service, was accused of permitting access to sensitive information on individuals.

The company argued that the firm was targeted unfairly because it provided only basic residential data for lawyers and law enforcement personnel. Should Lexis-

Nexis be prohibited from allowing access to such information? Debate the issue.