Tor is a widely used network and technology that allows individuals and organizations to enhance their online privacy and security. It stands for "The Onion Router" and it operates by encrypting and routing internet traffic through a series of volunteer-run servers called nodes or relays. This network was developed by the United States Naval Research Laboratory in the 1990s and has since been maintained and improved by various organizations and individuals. One of the main features of Tor is its ability to conceal users' online activities and identities by directing internet traffic through multiple layers of encryption and bouncing it off several different servers before reaching its destination. This multi-layered encryption is what gives Tor its name, as the layers of encryption resemble the layers of an onion. Tor is popular among users who want to protect their privacy online, such as journalists, activists, whistleblowers, and individuals living in countries with restricted internet access.
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Tor is popular among users who want to protect their privacy online, such as journalists, activists, whistleblowers, and individuals living in countries with restricted internet access. It allows them to access blocked websites, communicate anonymously, and share sensitive information without fear of being traced or monitored. Despite its numerous benefits, Tor has also been associated with illegal activities on the internet, such as drug trafficking, hacking, and distributing illegal content.
Manic Monday: I Want to see Gamora’s Boob Window and Thor Shirtless. Who’s with Me?
Over on Tor.com’s blog, Alex Brown’s post “ Guardians of the Galaxy, We Need to Talk ,” pointed out various issues she had with the summer blockbuster film. I consider myself a feminist and frequently agree with articles that point out the (still) rampant sexism of Hollywood movies (as well as T.V. shows, advertising, and pretty much anything spat out at us from the L.A. screen industry). But as I pondered her post (and the copious comments to it), I found myself disagreeing with much of what she said. My post will focus on just one of the issues raised and that is of the outfits superheroes wear.
This is what Alex Brown said:“Listen up, superhero creators. There are 3 big no’s in creating costumes for female characters: no boob plates, no high heels, and no boob or belly windows. There’s no reason for Gamora or Nebula to wear something as impractical as 3 inch wedge heels. And no, Drax and Star-Lord being shirtless doesn’t count as a male objectification. They’re propped up as an admirable, desireable male physique, whereas Nebula and Gamora’s skin-tight, revealing outfits sexualize them. If Star-Lord doesn’t need heels or a costume that defies gravity, then neither do Gamora or Nebula.” (Alex Brown on Tor.com’s blog, 8/13/14)
In case you have not seen Guardians and/or wish to see Zoe Saldana in a “boob window” outfit, here it is:
Alex’s has some points. Breast plates and “boob windows” are ubiquitous in comics and movies featuring female superheros. I’ve seen numerous articles written by women bashing male movie makers for putting female superheros in high heels and skimpy outfits. Women argue that female heroes should wear cloths that are comfortable. Clothes that make sense for all the action and fighting that the character does in the movie.
A good point. But this point seems to assume that male superheroes are wearing outfits that are “comfortable” and sensible and that do not accentuate their sexuality. Let’s review male superhero gear. Do they, in fact, wear sensible clothes appropriate for all their running, punching, jumping and superhero work? And do they wear clothes that “sexualize” them?
Let’s start with Superman. Check out Christopher Reeves rocking’ the 80’s version of The Man of Steel.
Does this outfit say ‘I’m ready for fist-fights and flying’? First of all, as we all know, the cape is impractical.
We all know how dangerous they can be. So why do flying super heroes wear them? Because they look friction’ cool, that’s why.
And then there are Superman’s tight knickers and knee-length plastic bootie things. He doesn’t exactly look like he’s ready to thrown down with the bad guys. But the outfit does do one thing: Show off Reeve’s junk (which I’m kind of thinking is the point).
And because the old Reeves costume wasn’t testosterone pumped enough, they had to create an even more manly edition for the new millennium.
Does this outfit not accentuate his manly features just as much as Gamora’s outfit highlights her womanly features? Not a lot left to the imagination here.
Okay, what about Iron Man? Surely a suit made to enable to man to fly, fire weapons and generally kick booty would be robust and machine-like, right? Something like this maybe:
| Prototype Iron Man Suit Commissioned by U.S. Military |
Even when forged in metal, male heroes are molded into the shape of an Adonis. Their chests are large, their abs smooth and taut, and their manly bits … Well even Iron Man’s junk is accentuated.
Last but certainly not least, let’s take a look at Thor. Okay, you can stop looking at him now.How did Thor strutting with his shirt off, displaying his rock-hard abs and teasing us with his low-slung jeans revealing his muscular groin further the plot? Could it be that it was there just to give female movie-goers a bit of eye candy?
Yes, of course it was. And while I saw this movie in the theatre I was wishing for a remote control so I could rewind that bit and play it over and over. (Thanks to the above gif, now I can watch it over and over 😉
| Both Chris Hemsworth and Anthony Hopkins are clad in demigod worth costumes in Thor, The Dark World |
And we want our superheroes to be sexy, whether male or female. I want to see Zoe’s beautiful body and Thor’s manly one. That’s part of the attraction. Their virility and sexiness separate them from us and we like it that way. I don’t want to go to a movie and see some middle-aged, pear-shaped mom whose boobs need an anti-gravity booster to keep from sagging to her navel dressed in sensible shoes. If I want to see that I’ll look in the mirror!
It’d be like going to see an super hero action flick and watching Amy Farrah Fowler trotting across the screen in her cardigan doing judo kicks.
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This is due to the anonymity it provides, which can attract individuals with malicious intentions. However, it's important to note that Tor itself is not a tool for illegal activities, but rather a technology that can be used for both good and bad purposes, depending on the intentions of its users. Overall, Tor is a powerful tool for enhancing online anonymity and privacy. While it has its drawbacks and potential for misuse, it remains a valuable resource for individuals and organizations seeking to protect their digital rights and freedoms in an increasingly surveilled and restricted online landscape..
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