Internet law and regulation / by Graham J. H. Smith.

London : Sweet & Maxwell, 2007.

4th ed.

59412

Computer networks -- Law and legislation -- Great Britain.

Internet.

Internet -- Law and legislation.

Electronic commerce.

1. Overview of the internet

2. Copyright, patents and confidential information

3. Trade marks and domain names

4. Defamation

5. Content liability and protection

6. Enforcement and cross-border liability

7. Data protection

8. Communications and broadcasting regulation

9. Contracts between internet service providers, content owners and others

10. Electronic contracts and transactions

11. Payment mechanisms for internet commerce

12. Prohibited and regulated activities

13. Tax

14. Competition law and the internet.

This book provides a clear and authoritative explanation of the law governing the internet, both in the UK and globally. It identifies legal questions likely to arise, explains how to deal with them, and addresses key areas of contention.

"From time to time updates to accommodate significant developments will be available on a dedicated website .." -- (Preface)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780421909908

lxxxiii, 1296 p. ; 24 cm