[kimos]

I think it’s trying to demonstrate intent. “This is cool and hacking is fun” vs “Here is a tool to do bad things”. I don’t think it would much protect you from consequences, but it can change perception of the intent of the project.

[petterroea]

I think you are right, it just feels useless.

[kimos]

Maybe! It won’t change liability. But perception is important too.