Question 1

Internet defamation is a problem because of the ease of widespread distribution.

Accepted Answer

Internet defamation, also known as online defamation, can quickly spread through the internet due to social media and other online platforms, which makes it a problem for those who have been defamed.

Question 2

With regard to internet transactions,an offer will be accepted and a contract formed as soon as the message is sent,and it is received as soon as it arrives on the recipient's computer,even if it is never read.

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Question 3

Alternative dispute resolution has been effective in settling certain types of internet disputes.

Accepted Answer

Alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation and arbitration, has been successful in resolving internet disputes related to e-commerce, domain name disputes, and online defamation.

Question 4

Long-arm statutes are rules used to resolve questions as to which jurisdiction's laws are to be applied to a particular issue.

Accepted Answer

Long-arm statutes are used to determine whether a court has personal jurisdiction over an out-of-state defendant, not to resolve which jurisdiction's laws apply.

Question 5

Cybersquatting captures domain names that rightfully should go to others.

Accepted Answer

Cybersquatting is a practice of registering, trafficking in, or using a domain name in bad faith with the intent of profiting from the goodwill of someone else's trademark or brand. This capturing of domain names deprives legitimate owners of their rightful use. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 6

The federal government's Personal Information and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)applies in all provinces except where legislation that provides for equivalent protection has been passed by the province.

Accepted Answer

PIPEDA is a federal law that applies to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information by organizations in all provinces except for Quebec, where a similar law has been passed. In other provinces, PIPEDA applies unless the province has passed equivalent protection legislation.

Question 7

In assessing damages for defamation over the internet,the size of the audience is irrelevant.

Accepted Answer

The size of the audience is relevant in assessing damages for defamation over the internet as it can affect the level of harm and the potential impact on the plaintiff's reputation. Larger audiences can result in greater harm and therefore higher damages.

Question 8

UECA provisions determine that whether a contract or another form of internet communication,a message is sent as soon as it is committed to the system,and it is received as soon as it arrives on the recipient's computer,even if it is never read.

Accepted Answer

This is in accordance with the principles of the UECA (Uniform Electronic Commerce Act). The act defines the time of dispatch and receipt of electronic messages, regardless of whether they are read by the recipient or not.

Question 9

Determining where the contract was formed is an important factor in determining the laws of what jurisdiction will apply to the transaction.

Accepted Answer

The location of contract formation is a significant factor for deciding which jurisdiction's laws will govern the transaction. This is because numerous legal systems have different contract laws, and determining the applicable legal system is critical for the parties' rights and obligations.

Question 10

Hitting the "I Accept" button on a website is equivalent to an acceptance of the seller's offer.

Accepted Answer

By hitting the "I Accept" button on a website, the user is agreeing to the website's terms and conditions, which is equivalent to accepting the seller's offer.

Question 11

Traditional contract rules only apply to written contracts but not internet transactions.

Accepted Answer

Traditional contract rules still apply to internet transactions, but the medium of the contract may be different, such as through electronic signatures or click-through agreements.

Question 12

A signature equivalent for electronic documents might be a password or some other form of encryption.

Accepted Answer

A password or encryption can serve as a secure identifier for electronic documents, similar to a signature on a physical document.

Question 13

Ontario's Consumer Protection Act specifically provides rights set out in it that apply to all consumer internet transactions.

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Question 14

Businesses can find themselves liable for defamatory statements made by an employee.

Accepted Answer

Businesses can be held responsible for the actions of their employees, including defamatory statements made by them. This is because employees are seen as representatives of the business and their actions can impact the reputation of the company.

Question 15

Credit cards,debit cards,and other forms of electronic money may be used in online transactions.

Accepted Answer

Credit cards, debit cards, and other forms of electronic money, such as digital wallets and mobile payments, are commonly used to complete online transactions.

Question 16

Electronic signatures provide a digital certificate that authenticates the identity of a party to the contract.

Accepted Answer

Electronic signatures use digital certificates to verify and authenticate the identity of the party signing the contract.

Question 17

A major problem concerning the internet is to determine what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions.

Accepted Answer

The internet is a global network and laws vary from country to country, creating confusion as to which laws apply to internet use and transactions.

Question 18

Attempts at self-regulation of the internet have been largely successful.

Accepted Answer

Self-regulation of the internet has not been entirely successful as there are still many issues with misinformation, hate speech, and privacy concerns that need to be addressed. Despite efforts by companies and individuals to self-regulate, there is still a need for government regulation and oversight in certain areas.

Question 19

Privacy protection is provided under common law.

Accepted Answer

While there are some limited privacy protections provided under common law, the majority of privacy protections in the United States are statutory or constitutional in nature.

Question 20

Canada's Uniform Electronic Commerce Act creates rights and obligations with respect to electronic commerce transactions within Canada.

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Quiz 14: Information Technology and the Internet