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Online Contracting
Online contracting refers to the process of entering into contracts via electronic means, which is regulated to ensure legal validity and enforceability.
Digital Signature
A digital signature is a cryptographic mechanism used to validate the authenticity and integrity of digital messages or documents.
Domain Name Disputes
Domain name disputes arise over the ownership and use of internet domain names, often related to trademark infringement or cybersquatting.
E-discovery
E-discovery refers to the process by which electronic data is sought, located, secured, and searched with the intent of using it as evidence in a legal case.
Cookie Law
The cookie law relates to the requirement for websites to obtain consent from visitors to store or retrieve information on a computer, smartphone or tablet.
E-commerce regulations
E-commerce regulations are the legal guidelines that dictate online business activities, including consumer protection, data security, and electronic transactions.
Right to be Forgotten
The right to be forgotten is a concept advocating for individuals to have their personal data removed from the Internet or databases under certain conditions.
Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA)
The UETA is a law that ensures the legal validity of electronic signatures and records if all parties to a transaction choose to use electronic documents and to sign them electronically.
Information Technology Act
The Information Technology Act is an example of legislation specific to one country (India in this case) that covers legal issues concerning the use of information technology and electronic commerce.
Cyber law
Cyber law refers to the legal principles that govern the use of the internet, computers, and digital media.
Spamming and Anti-Spam Laws
Spamming refers to the sending of unsolicited bulk messages, and anti-spam laws are regulations designed to prevent this practice and protect users' inboxes.
Cybercrime
Cybercrime refers to illegal activities conducted through electronic networks or devices, which includes offenses like hacking, identity theft, and the distribution of malicious software.
Electronic Evidence
Electronic evidence comprises digital data that is legally admissible in court to support or refute a claim.
Net Neutrality
Net neutrality is the principle that Internet Service Providers (ISPs) must treat all data on the internet the same without discriminating or charging differently.
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)
PCI DSS is a set of security standards designed to ensure that all companies that accept, process, store or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment.
Encryption Laws
Encryption laws deal with the regulation of cryptographic methods to secure digital communications and data storage.
Consumer Protection in E-commerce
Consumer protection in e-commerce encompasses laws and regulations that protect buyers from fraud, misrepresentation, and unfair practices in online transactions.
Digital Copyright
Digital Copyright refers to the exclusive rights granted to creators for the use and distribution of their work in a digital format.
Data Protection
Data protection laws dictate how personal information is collected, stored, and shared, aiming to protect the privacy of individuals.
CAN-SPAM Act
The CAN-SPAM Act is a law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, and gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being sent to them.
Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction in cyber law pertains to the authority of courts and law enforcement to govern Internet disputes, often spanning multiple geographic locations.
Software Licensing
Software licensing involves the legal permissions granted to users to use, distribute, or modify software under certain conditions.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
The GDPR is a comprehensive data protection law that governs how personal data of individuals within the EU is collected, processed, stored, and transferred.
Cyber defamation
Cyber defamation refers to the act of harming someone's reputation by publishing false information on electronic platforms.
Intellectual Property (IP)
Intellectual Property laws govern the protection of creations of the mind, such as inventions, designs, and artistic works, particularly as they pertain to the Internet and digital environment.
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