Synopsis In this title the author argues that the Internet sets the stage for a Golden Age of public discourse and the continuing evolution of a democratic society as people gain influence based solely on their ability to communicate effectively. Through real-life stories, he provides the reader with a firm understanding of the First Amendment and the law as it applies to claims of sexual harassment, copyright infringement, libel, hate speech, and other issues prevalent in cyberspace.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1998-07-01 | | Editor: | T. Smith |
| Size | | Length: | 333 pages | | Height: | 9.8 in | | Width: | 6.5 in | | Thickness: | 1.2 in | | Weight: | 23.2 oz |
Publisher's Note One of the first lawyers to "live and work in cyberspace", uses his extensive personal and professional experiences on the Net as a backdrop for discussing questions that have an impact on every online traveler such as What's the difference between public and private e-mail? How does libel law apply to electronic messages? and others. This is a timely exploration of the complex issues surrounding free speech and the right to privacy.
Industry Reviews "...Cyber Rights remains an insightful and readable exploration of online speech." Wired - Steve A. Glaser (09/19/1998)
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