Rutgers Computer & Technology Law Journal articles from March 2003

Rutgers Computer & Technology Law Journal archives from March 2003

The European Union Commission and recent trends in European information law.
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION This Article addresses several recent and emerging developments regarding the European Union's copyright and intellectual property ("IP") laws. Because not every significant issue can be discussed within this short survey,...

Using distance learning to enhance cross-listed interdisciplinary law school courses.
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION Courses that are interdisciplinary in their approach to teaching substance and skills and that include graduate students from other disciplines can be a valuable addition to legal education. (1) In addition to enabling...

The legal Web of wireless transactions.
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION The wireless web creates an exciting new marketplace for consumers and businesses alike. For consumers, the flexibility and freedom afforded by wireless handheld devices such as Palm[TM] and BlackBerry[TM], mobile phones,...

Pop-up advertising online: slaying the hydra.
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION Eight years ago, the New York Times ran an article entitled, "First-Time Tourists Need a Pocket Guide to Downtown Internet." (1) The article was undoubtedly cutting-edge reporting at the time, but today it inspires the awe...

Privacy in the private sector: use of the automotive industry's "event data recorder" and cable industry's "interactive television" in collecting personal data.
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION While the mention of the term "Big Brother" typically arouses suspicion of the government, many privacy advocates have been expressing concern over the private sector's access to and use of valuable personal information....

The blame game: can Internet service providers escape liability for semantic attacks? .
March 22, 2003... I. INTRODUCTION Recent news articles and publications by experts seem to predict that courts will not be lenient toward Internet service providers ("ISPs") (1) who fail to protect against semantic attacks. (2) A semantic attack targets the...