Does Apple's solution only stop people from uploading illegal files to Apple's servers or does it stop them from uploading the files to any server.
If Apple intends to control the operation of a computer purchased from Apple after the owner begins using it, does Apple have a duty to report illegal files found on that computer and stop them from being shared (anywhere, not just through Apple's datacenters).
To me, this is why there is a serious distinction between a company detecting and policing what files are stored on their computers (i.e., how other companies approach this problem) and a company detecting and policing what files someone else's computer is storing and can transfer over the internet (in this case, unless I am mistaken, only to Apple's computers).
Mind you, I am not familiar with the details of exactly how Apple's solution works nor the applicable criminal laws so these questions might be irrelevant. However I was thinking that if Apple really wanted to prevent the trafficking of ostensibly illegal files then wouldn't Apple seek to prevent their transfer not only to Apple's computers but to any computer (and also report them to the proper authorities). What duty does Apple have if they can "see into the owner's computer" and they detect illegal activity. If Apple is in remote control of the computer, e.g., they can detect the presence/absence of files remotely and allow or disallow full user control through the OS, then does Apple have a duty to take action.