[advisedwang]

It gives protection against eavesdropping of messages in transit, so it's better than nothing (Even SSL+SMTP allows email relays to see the email in the clear). However it does not protect against an attacker who gets into your GMail, does not protect against warrents/NSLs/subpoenas against Google, does not protect against your domain admin accessing your message.

[cvwright]

I can't tell if you're agreeing or disagreeing with the parent comment.

[euyyn]

It's detailing that it does provide real privacy and security protections against some scenarios, even if not against all scenarios.

[advisedwang]

I've given up on trying to push a viewpoint on the internet. I just want to add to discussions by providing information, analysis and experience.