Terrorist plot was to blow up several airplanes by using MP3 players and some liquids. People weren’t allowed to bring anything but wallets, keys, and some medicine. I wouldn’t be surprised if this “temporary” situation in the UK becomes a permanent one everywhere. The “War On Terror” has no end according to Bush and our world leaders, so I don’t see how any of these meausres can be temporary. Even if the plot was broken up, you could say the terrorists won on this one because they have indeed spread terror.”]
Source: https://gizmodo.com/microsoft-zune-vs-heightened-airport-security-193480