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** The Tau ' ri, or humans of Earth, have a totally opposite spin on interference than the Federation, holding it to be Earth's duty to assist humans on other planets, and most other non-hostile races, wherever possible in whatever way possible.

However, they never share technology without good reason, and are often hesitant to give potentially dangerous technology such as weapons or strategically important materials away.

They also refuse to accept or give technology to any civilization which practices morally reprehensible deeds, including one which practiced racial superiority and ethnic cleansing.

The relatively middling nature of Earth technology, and the suddenness with which Earth became a major interstellar player, may have something to do with this attitude.

In any event, the Tau ' ri are wary of following in the footsteps of the Goa ' uld, who pose as gods on less-advanced worlds.