Primary example: the Like button. Even when I'm not logged into Facebook the button tracks where I go. I never checked a box to have the like button shown to me.
Also, agreeing to use a website does NOT give the website the ability to break the law. Otherwise, we could have drug-trafficking sites completely in the open with a box saying "By checking this box, you understand that we sell extremely illegal drugs, and that you will not take any action against this site."
Sure. That's why he suggested blocking the Facebook ___domain. I have a Facebook account that I use regularly, so I block the Like buttons with Ghostery.
I agree. But Facebook isn't the only offender here; 3rd parties are also tracking your movements. The problem won't go away when Facebook relents; users are always going to have to defend themselves.
Also, agreeing to use a website does NOT give the website the ability to break the law. Otherwise, we could have drug-trafficking sites completely in the open with a box saying "By checking this box, you understand that we sell extremely illegal drugs, and that you will not take any action against this site."