LAWS 2168 鈥� Internet and Media Law
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course deals with the law that governs the dissemination of information and the regulation of information providers. In this course, 鈥渕edia鈥� is defined broadly to include broadcasters, newspapers, magazines and the internet. Topics that will be addressed include: defamation, liability of service providers, privacy issues and publication bans, media regulation, copyright issues, and conducting business via the internet ("e-commerce"). The impact of the internet on the legal regulation relating to each of these topics will be explored throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s):听狈辞苍别.
Co-requisite(s):听狈辞苍别.
Assessment Method:聽Final examination (100%).
Restrictions:听狈辞苍别.