The contact-tracing app is
mainly useful from one point of view.
It reduces the burden of the relatively small number of epidemiologists in the country.
In fact, in normal circumstances we wouldn’t even need this app.
But we will need it when the situation becomes the most crucial.
So, why did the government introduce it when it wasn’t as yet needed?
Well, to prepare for a time when it will be needed. When such a time comes, this app will prove to be most useful.
There is no need to fear that individuals’ private lives could be traced and
revealed through the app.
All the app does is locally exchange codes known as keys. It does not reveal any location information
So, there is no need to fear.
But the possible benefits in very difficult moments when a large outbreak occurs are considerable.
In such times, an app like this could save lives.