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Internet Law for the Public
The internet has become a powerful social and economic force, and has spawned its own branch of the law. Internet law can create some unexpected situations resulting from the nature of the internet, so it's important to know the law if you plan to put personal information or do business online. FindLaw's Internet Law for the Public section will help introduce the key concepts of internet law through helpful articles, answers to frequently asked questions, resources on protecting yourself online, e-commerce transactions, starting a website, and more.
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The Internet Articles:
- Protect Yourself from Online Auction Fraud - tips for staying safe while using online auction sites.
- Do You Have to Pay Sales Tax on Internet Purchases? - some states require sales tax for purchase made over the internet.
- Your Email Isn't Private - email is stored in multiple locations where prying eyes can get at it.
- The CAN-SPAM Act: Trying to Protect Consumers From Unsolicited Commercial E-Mail - find out what the law can do to prevent spam from flowing into your inbox over the internet.
- How to Get Permission to Publish Your Website Content - if you're using someone else's content, you need to get permission first.
- Internet Safety: Is it Safe to Post Photos of Your Kids Online? - find out the risks in posting photos of your children online and how to protect them.
The Internet FAQs:
- Posting Celebrity Videos on a Website: Is it Online Copyright Infringement? - when do postings cross the line into infringement and violation of the right of publicity?
- Online Copyright Infringement and ISPs - learn more about the rules for copyrights if you run a service over the internet.
- Registering for a Domain Name Trademark: What You Should Know - how to get trademark protection for your domain name.
See also:
- The Internet and E-commerce for Small Business section - internet law considerations for small businesses.
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Internet/Technology Forums
Legal forms to help you manage your business, tech, or internet related issues.FAQs
- How do federal antiterrorism laws affect my Internet privacy?
- What can I do if spam reaches my in-box?
- What if my company has pledged not to conduct e-mail and Internet searches?
- What can I do if someone copies what I write or draw on my site?
- How can I make sure that the domain name I want to register has not already been taken?
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