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Full-Text Articles in Internet Law
Europe: Open Market… Open Source?, Heather Forrest
Europe: Open Market… Open Source?, Heather Forrest
Duke Law & Technology Review
The recent Proposed Directive on the patentability of computer-implemented inventions takes the European Community a step further down the road towards patents for computer software. If the goal of the Proposed Directive is to facilitate market entry for individual programmers and small and medium enterprises -- as it must be within the framework of the European Treaty -- then the European Commission should not be expanding intellectual property rights in technology goods, which, by their very nature, will lose value to the public long before their monopoly rights expire. Rather, the Commission should look to the open source movement and …
Online Defamation: Bringing The Communications Decency Act Of 1996 In Line With Sound Public Policy, Ryan W. King
Online Defamation: Bringing The Communications Decency Act Of 1996 In Line With Sound Public Policy, Ryan W. King
Duke Law & Technology Review
According to the Communications Decency Act of 1996, a provider of an interactive computer service cannot be held liable for publishing a defamatory statement made by another party. In addition, the service provider cannot be held liable for refusing to remove the statement from its service. This article postulates that such immunity from producer and distributor liability is a suspect public policy, and argues that the statute should be amended to include a broad definition of "development" and a "take-down and put-back" provision.
The Fcc Under Attack, Kerri Smith
The Fcc Under Attack, Kerri Smith
Duke Law & Technology Review
The Federal Communications Commission voted in a contentious three-two split to relax rules limiting ownership of TV stations, radio stations, and newspapers. Among its critics are members of Congress who may pass legislation reinstating the old rules. Others will likely file suit against the FCC in the hopes of overturning the decision. This article will discuss the current debate over media deregulation in light of the recent FCC order. Specifically, this ibrief focuses on concerns over media consolidation in the wake of the 'Clear Channelization' of American radio, and addresses the contrasting depictions of the current media landscape by advocates …
The Fcc And Congress Should Consider Consumer Rights When Making The Transition To Dtv, Frank Ing-Jye Chao
The Fcc And Congress Should Consider Consumer Rights When Making The Transition To Dtv, Frank Ing-Jye Chao
Duke Law & Technology Review
This ibrief discusses the copyright issue surrounding the transition into Digital Television. It proposes that the Federal Communications Commission should balance the copyright interests of all parties involved in the DTV transition. Creators of informative and entertaining works must be rewarded with incentives to create further works. Such incentives necessarily involve copyright protection for these content holders. Just as the rights of content holders should be protected, the public's right to access information and to freely express ideas needs to remain protected. Copyright laws, specifically the fair use doctrine, must be allowed to stand firm while maintaining flexibility in order …
The Pending Determination Of The Legality Of Internet Gambling In The United States, Gregory Manter
The Pending Determination Of The Legality Of Internet Gambling In The United States, Gregory Manter
Duke Law & Technology Review
Internet gambling has been targeted on many fronts in the United States, including Congress, the courts, the Bush Administration and credit card agencies. This iBrief details recent trends in the regulation of online gaming, and concludes that while absolute prohibitions may be ineffective, the combined resistance of these institutions will prevent the industry from expanding its customer base.
Can The Internet Kill? Holding Web Investigators Liable For Their Criminal Customers, Mark Sweet
Can The Internet Kill? Holding Web Investigators Liable For Their Criminal Customers, Mark Sweet
Duke Law & Technology Review
As the wealth of online information grows, private investigation websites are becoming more powerful and popular. Their client lists include attorneys, insurance agencies, banks, neighbors, employers, and, oh yes, stalkers and identity thieves. When a stalker used information from a web investigator to track down and kill his victim, the New Hampshire Supreme Court held the investigator liable for its customer's criminal acts. This iBrief considers how far liability should extend for a web investigator, distinguishes web investigators from handgun and bullet retailers, and explains how this decision realizes a policy against privacy invasions.
Do Not Advertise: The Current Fight Against Unsolicited Advertisements, Dannielle Cisneros
Do Not Advertise: The Current Fight Against Unsolicited Advertisements, Dannielle Cisneros
Duke Law & Technology Review
Have you ever received a phone call from a telemarketer during dinner? Do e-mails entitled "Protect Your Computer Against Viruses for $9.95" or "GET A FREE PASS TO THOUSANDS OF XXX SITES" annoy you? Are you tired of watching advertisements that continue after the posted start time for a movie? Many Americans are irritated with the amount of daily interruptions caused by the current lack of advertising regulations. In some instances, the advertisers shift their marketing costs to unwilling e-mail users or moviegoers. This article focuses on unsolicited communications and potential solutions to the seemingly endless problem of spam.
The E-Government Act: Promoting E-Quality Or Exaggerating The Digital Divide?, Jaime Klima
The E-Government Act: Promoting E-Quality Or Exaggerating The Digital Divide?, Jaime Klima
Duke Law & Technology Review
In passing the E-Government Act of 2002, Congress has promised to improve the technological savvy of federal agencies and make more public forms and records available online. However, the question is whether doing so will alienate those Americans who do not have Internet access. Will the Act exaggerate the gap between the Internet haves and have-nots that is known as the digital divide? This iBrief identifies the e-quality issues arising from the E-Government Act and argues that implementation of the Act, however well intentioned, may exaggerate the digital divide.
Icann—Now And Then: Icann’S Reform And Its Problems, Kim G. Von Arx
Icann—Now And Then: Icann’S Reform And Its Problems, Kim G. Von Arx
Duke Law & Technology Review
This paper sheds some light upon the major problem arising from the current normative infrastructure of the DNS and provides a possible solution to the current physical problem of the DNS. The paper's main focus is the single-entity control of the A Root. The paper uses as a starting point the Blueprint prepared by the Committee on ICANN Evolution and Reform and raises the question: Has this reform done anything to resolve the single-entity control of the A Root? The paper argues that the reform has done nothing to solve the problem because the international privatization of the DNS merely …
From Napster To Kazaa: The Battle Over Peer-To-Peer Filesharing Goes International, Seagrumn Smith
From Napster To Kazaa: The Battle Over Peer-To-Peer Filesharing Goes International, Seagrumn Smith
Duke Law & Technology Review
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) may have won its domestic battle against Napster, but as an increasing number of peer-to-peer (P2P) providers crop up overseas, it has become apparent that the file-swapping battle has really just begun. As the recording and movie industries struggle to protect their copyrighted interests abroad, courts, both in the United States and in foreign countries, are being asked to answer difficult questions concerning international jurisdiction and enforcement. This ibrief will further explore these issues, particularly with reference to the RIAA's and Motion Picture Association of America's (MPAA) legal efforts against Kazaa, a foreign-based …
The Pros And Cons Of Online Dispute Resolution: An Assessment Of Cyber-Mediation Websites, Joseph W. Goodman
The Pros And Cons Of Online Dispute Resolution: An Assessment Of Cyber-Mediation Websites, Joseph W. Goodman
Duke Law & Technology Review
Due to increasing use of the Internet worldwide, the number of disputes arising from Internet commerce is on the rise. Numerous websites have been established to help resolve these Internet disputes, as well as to facilitate the resolution of disputes that occur offline. This iBrief examines and evaluates these websites. It argues that cyber-mediation is in its early stages of development and that it will likely become an increasingly effective mechanism for resolving disputes as technology advances.
Political E-Mail: Protected Speech Or Unwelcome Spam?, Mark Sweet
Political E-Mail: Protected Speech Or Unwelcome Spam?, Mark Sweet
Duke Law & Technology Review
Candidates for political office are using unsolicited bulk e-mails to reach the electorate. Commonly known as "political spam," this campaign tactic is an inexpensive supplement to television, radio, and print ads. Advocates claim that campaigning via the internet reduces candidates' dependence on fundraising, but critics detest political spam as the latest nuisance. This iBrief examines the legal basis for political spam, distinguishes political spam from analogous regulated speech, and argues that political spam serves an interest worth protecting.
Mom & Pop V. Dot-Com: A Disparity In Taxation Based On How You Shop?, Jaime Klima
Mom & Pop V. Dot-Com: A Disparity In Taxation Based On How You Shop?, Jaime Klima
Duke Law & Technology Review
With the extension of the Internet Tax Freedom Act, concern has resurfaced over whether and when shoppers will be forced to pay state sales taxes on purchases made over the Internet. In fact, consumers should be paying sales tax on all Internet purchases, though few actually do. This iBrief explores the current law on taxation of e-commerce purchases and argues that small modifications by state tax administrators will align the tax treatment of mom & pop stores and e-retailers.
Music Piracy And The Audio Home Recording Act, Tia Hall
Music Piracy And The Audio Home Recording Act, Tia Hall
Duke Law & Technology Review
In spite of the guidance provided by the Audio Home Recording Act (AHRA) of 1992, music companies are once again at odds with consumer electronics manufacturers. This time around, the dispute is over certain information technology products that enable consumers to copy digital music and transfer them to different formats, or exchange them over the Internet. This article will discuss anti-piracy measures being taken by digital content owners and the United States legislature to combat piracy and evaluate them in light of the AHRA.
Online Brokers And The Sec: Still Working Out The Glitches, Philip J. Bezanson
Online Brokers And The Sec: Still Working Out The Glitches, Philip J. Bezanson
Duke Law & Technology Review
Common sense dictates that some customers of an on-line brokerage service are bound to have some of the same difficulties in conducting business but that does not mean all customers or even many customers had the same problems. In addition, as to customers who may have had problems executing buy and/or sell orders, there are many variables regarding the circumstances and conditions for each customer's transaction. Variables such as, but not limited to, account status, time of order, i.e., time of day and day of the week, and the customer's computer modem capabilities and internet service provider. Plaintiffs fail to …
The Future Of Wireless Spam, Evan Cramer
The Future Of Wireless Spam, Evan Cramer
Duke Law & Technology Review
Though US cellular networks currently lack the capacity for widespread distribution of unsolicited wireless advertising (wireless spam), these advertisements are already well known in Japan and Europe, where they have proven to be a significant burden on cellular users. This iBrief examines the recently ratified legislation in Japan and Asia that have attempted to stop the glut of wireless advertisements, as a foreshadowing of the problems and questions that will soon have to be addressed in the United States.
Virtual Child Pornography On The Internet: A “Virtual” Victim?, Dannielle Cisneros
Virtual Child Pornography On The Internet: A “Virtual” Victim?, Dannielle Cisneros
Duke Law & Technology Review
Child pornography is an exception to First Amendment freedoms because it exploits and abuses our nation's youth. The latest trend in that industry is "virtual child" pornography. "Virtual child" pornography does not use real children or images of real identifiable children. When the object of desire is not a child, but merely a combination of millions of computer pixels crafted by a skilled artist, can the government ban this allegedly victimless creation?
New “Unbundling” Rules: Will The Fcc Finally Open Up Cable Broadband?, Sarah North
New “Unbundling” Rules: Will The Fcc Finally Open Up Cable Broadband?, Sarah North
Duke Law & Technology Review
This iBrief discusses a recent Court of Appeals decision remanding FCC rules on the "unbundling" of Internet services by telephone exchange carriers. These rules ordered many Internet service providers to share their equipment with competitors, so that consumers could choose their providers instead of having to accept all services from the company who installed the physical Internet connection. Cable Internet providers are not included in these rules. This iBrief predicts that cable broadband operators will soon be governed by the same "unbundling" provisions as other ISPs.
Microsoft And The European Union Face Off Over Internet Privacy Concerns, Seagrumn Smith
Microsoft And The European Union Face Off Over Internet Privacy Concerns, Seagrumn Smith
Duke Law & Technology Review
Amidst what appears to be a multi-faceted attack by the European Union on Microsoft, the newest angle is the European Commission's announcement last month that it was considering a formal investigation of Microsoft's .Net Passport data processing system for possible violations of the European Union Data Privacy Directive. This iBrief explores the European Data Privacy Directive and seeks to explain why the European Commission believes .Net Passport may be in violation of its privacy policies and a case for further investigation.
Everyone’S A Critic: Defamation And Anonymity On The Internet, Allison Stiles
Everyone’S A Critic: Defamation And Anonymity On The Internet, Allison Stiles
Duke Law & Technology Review
Internet publishing is easy and has become commonplace in ourtechnology-focused society. Although this type of publication can beexciting and helpful for those interested in communicating an idea, theissue of anonymous speech on the Internet has created some complications in the rather established tort of defamation. This article will discuss two approaches recently taken by two different courts in response to the Internet-anonymity issue and will evaluate them based on their ability to strike a balance between protecting free speech and protecting against defamation.
Enhanced 911 Technology And Privacy Concerns: How Has The Balance Changed Since September 11?, Aaron Futch, Christine Soares
Enhanced 911 Technology And Privacy Concerns: How Has The Balance Changed Since September 11?, Aaron Futch, Christine Soares
Duke Law & Technology Review
E911 technology allows for the location of a cellular phone to be determined by the wireless service provider within several hundred feet. As a consequence, privacy groups have been extremely resistant to the implementation of E911. In the wake of the September 11 tragedies, however, the balance between privacy concerns and national security seems to have changed for many American citizens. This iBrief will explore the nature of the E911 technology, the FCC implementation requirements, the concerns of privacy groups regarding its implementation, and how the environment surrounding E911 has changed since September 11.
The Internet Opens Its Doors For .Biz-Ness, Corey Ciocchetti
The Internet Opens Its Doors For .Biz-Ness, Corey Ciocchetti
Duke Law & Technology Review
Starting on October 1, 2001, .BIZ will become active as the Internet's newest top-level domain; its space reserved solely for businesses engaging in "bona fide" commercial activities. This space has the potential to reinvigorate, at least partly, the immense economic potential of the Internet by stimulating a multitude of e-commerce transactions so common only a few years ago. This iBreif explores the history of how and why this new top-level domain came into being. Following this history lies a discussion of the current .BIZ registration process as well as an analysis of the corresponding Intellectual Property Claims system.
Hard Lessons: Guiding America’S Approach To Third Generation Wireless Policy, Aaron Futch
Hard Lessons: Guiding America’S Approach To Third Generation Wireless Policy, Aaron Futch
Duke Law & Technology Review
The publicity over license auctions in Europe during 2000 created an atmosphere in which the prices that companies paid for third-generation wireless licenses received more attention than their actual plans to implement the technology. As American policymakers and corporate boardrooms consider the future of this technology here in America, it is vital that we develop a coherent and well-designed allocation process and then quickly move on to meatier problems.
Are Domain Names Property? The Sex.Com Controversy, Christine Soares
Are Domain Names Property? The Sex.Com Controversy, Christine Soares
Duke Law & Technology Review
Do domain names constitute tangible property? Since domain names may be purchased or transferred, the answer at first glance would appear to be "yes". Congress has also dictated that domain names corresponding closely to existing trademarks may be considered tangible property under certain circumstances. However, a recent case involving the lurid and lucrative domain name "sex.com" has determined otherwise. This iBrief examines the impact of characterizing domain names as tangible or intangible property on the causes of action available for domain name litigation.
The Music Online Competition Act Of 2001: Moderate Change Or Radical Reform?, Alexander Davie, Christine Soares
The Music Online Competition Act Of 2001: Moderate Change Or Radical Reform?, Alexander Davie, Christine Soares
Duke Law & Technology Review
On August 3, 2001 legislation was proposed to facilitate online broadcasting and distribution of music. The proposed Music Online Competition Act (MOCA) seeks to streamline the distribution of music over the Internet, increase competition, and avoid the monopolization of the online music industry by the record companies. This iBrief discusses several changes that MOCA would implement in the law and the reaction of the recording industry to these proposed changes.
U.S. Export Controls On Technology Transfers, Matthew Crane
U.S. Export Controls On Technology Transfers, Matthew Crane
Duke Law & Technology Review
Companies selling technology products abroad must be careful that they have complied with regulations imposed on the exportation of technology products. This is especially true for companies seeking to export encryption technology. This iBrief explores the considerations that must be given to the export of encryption and other technologies.
Monitoring Employee E-Mail: Efficient Workplaces Vs. Employee Privacy, Corey A. Ciocchetti
Monitoring Employee E-Mail: Efficient Workplaces Vs. Employee Privacy, Corey A. Ciocchetti
Duke Law & Technology Review
Employer monitoring of electronic mail constitutes an emerging area of the law that is clearly unsettled at this point in time. This iBrief demonstrates that the privacy rights of non public-sector employees are relatively unprotected by the federal and state constitutions, broad judicial interpretations of enacted privacy legislation favor legitimate employer-monitoring practices, and many of the elements of common law claims are difficult for employees to prove.
Freelance Articles And Electronic Databases: Who Owns The Copyrights?, Christine Soares
Freelance Articles And Electronic Databases: Who Owns The Copyrights?, Christine Soares
Duke Law & Technology Review
There has long been uncertainty as to who owns the rights to digital reproductions of freelance articles. The Supreme Court has recently affirmed that copyrights for the digital reproduction of freelance articles belong to freelance authors, rather than the periodical and electronic media publishers who included the articles in electronic databases. However, in answering this question others, such as the preservation of the historical record and future dealings with freelance writers remain to be answered. The author discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling and offers answers to questions created by it.
International Liability In Cyberspace, Matthew Crane
International Liability In Cyberspace, Matthew Crane
Duke Law & Technology Review
Activities in cyberspace often expose companies to "cybertorts", a species of tort particularly difficult to reconcile with standard insurance policies. The author explores some of the difficulties in obtaining coverage for cybertorts from traditional insurance policies, and makes recommendations for companies to reduce their cyberspace liability exposure.
The Complexities Of On-Line Mutual Fund Advertising: A Summary Of The Relevant Regulations, Corey Ciocchetti
The Complexities Of On-Line Mutual Fund Advertising: A Summary Of The Relevant Regulations, Corey Ciocchetti
Duke Law & Technology Review
As the investment marketplace advances with current technology, paper-based advertising has quickly been supplemented by on-line advertising. Interestingly, both the Securities Exchange Commission and the National Association of Securities Dealers are treating this new medium similarly to the old-fashioned paper-based medium. This iBrief discusses and summarizes the current regulations surrounding one emerging form of on-line advertising - that of mutual funds. This discussion is intended to form a solid foundation from which an interested party may delve further into this emerging area of e-commerce.