Introduction to .uk Domain Disputes

The distinctive dispute resolution system created by Nominet for the .uk domain extension diverges from the UDRP in a number of important respects. This article outlines the key features of .uk dispute resolution.

Reporting a Cyber Crime: What You Need to Know

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, most law enforcement experts agree that the vast majority of cyber crimes are not reported, which allows the perpetrators to continue to carry out their crimes and victimize others. The FBI, in partnership with the National White Collar Crime Center, has helped establish an online source of help, the Internet Crime Complaint Center, where internet users can file complaints for any type of online crime.

Are We Able to Completely Stop Software Piracy

Software piracy is the illegal reproduction and distribution of software applications, whether for business or personal use. While you may know that copying and/or distributing copyrighted software illegally is considered piracy, you may not be aware that even possession of software that has been illegally copied is piracy. There are actually many distinct types of software piracy, and familiarity with them can protect you from any connection, even if unintentional, to intellectual property theft.

Microsoft Busted on Paid Wikipedia Modification

Wikipedia has become one of those odd internet sites that have evolved into a phenomenon. Alas, some companies don't like what is written about them.

The EU Takes Action to Protect Its E-communications Network From Disaster Damage

The European Union is taking contingency measures to prevent disruptions of Internet service, such as the failures taking place in Asia after a major earthquake hit the coast of Taiwan in December 2006. To prevent a similar situation, the European Union has sought expert feedback on how to ensure European electronic networks are protected and resilient against terrorist attacks and natural disasters.

How To Avoid Legal Trouble From Trademark Infringement When You Buy A Domain Name

So you have a hot idea for a website, or maybe you want to capitalize on a hot new product that has just been released. There are some things that you will want to know first before you get yourself in a lot of hot water.

Internet Content Theft Hurts Honest Online Article Authors

How bad is content theft on the Internet these days? Well it is pretty bad and although it has not reached epic proportions yet it seems to have a very unfortunate hyperbolic trend line there. As an online article author I often notice people stealing my work and then I see it on the Internet somewhere without any mention or credit for it.

Protecting Your Website Legally From the Music Industry

Explains to website owners the potential risk of putting music on a website without the proper licensing.

Viacom Sues Google

Viacom, a media company, has recently sued Google for $1 billion, for the copyright infringement on the website YouTube. More lawsuits are predicted to come from the company Viacom, who claims the website YouTube has infringed on its copyrights. It is a battle of two giants and the outcome is less than certain.

Your Online Video May Cost You Thousands

Explains the significance of the Viacom lawsuit and what sort of impact amateur videographers might expect.

File-Sharing Redux - The Battle Continues and the Battlefield Expands

File-sharing battle has gone from music to video, with Viacom charging YouTube with copyright violation. Steps traditional media with lots of content can take to protect copyright holders.

What is an Expert Witness in Computer Forensics?

Expert witness service provides testimony, documentation and witness preparation to help present discovered electronic data in legal proceedings to help you prove and win your case.

Domain Name Theft

Hackers exploit a flaw in the software some domain name servers use Other people might hijack your search engine rankings and they might steal your web site visitors. The worst thing is that you might not even notice it. Imagine your domain URL is listed in search engine results on Google, MSN and Yahoo. In the search engine results, most people that click on your domain URL are sent to your website. However, some people that click your domain URL are sent to a totally unrelated website that has nothing to do with your site and although your website domain name URL is displayed in the browser, people see a completely different site that has literally nothing to do with you or your company.

Utilizing Legal Aid Online Services

With the advent of the Internet, a whole new way of handling legal issues and getting legal advice has come into being. Today, it is possible to obtain legal aid online, in several different forms. Here are some examples.

Policing the Internet

The Internet was created by the United States government for universities to exchange knowledge. In 1994 Bill Clinton let private companies open up the Internet to the general public. What happened next is the wild Wild West.