Question 1

Which of the following statements regarding cybersquatting is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Similar domain names are registered just to sell them to others or so that visitors making slight but expected mistakes are intercepted and redirected to a competing business. 
B)  A business is entitled to its own unique domain name regardless who registered it first. 
C)  Businesses that did not register their domain name, have no recourse against someone else appropriating their name and registering it first. 
D)  Registration of domain name precludes someone from registering a similar name to confuse visitors of their business website. 
E)  Cybersquatters capture domain names that rightfully belong to no one. 
A)  Similar domain names are registered just to sell them to others or so that visitors making slight but expected mistakes are intercepted and redirected to a competing business. 
B)  A business is entitled to its own unique domain name regardless who registered it first. 
C)  Businesses that did not register their domain name, have no recourse against someone else appropriating their name and registering it first. 
D)  Registration of domain name precludes someone from registering a similar name to confuse visitors of their business website. 
E)  Cybersquatters capture domain names that rightfully belong to no one.

Question 2

Craig,a Canadian resident,has decided to create a website offering products and services to consumers in certain European markets.Which of the following is true with respect to the jurisdictional issues that arise?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is sufficient for Craig to follow the rules of his own jurisdiction. 
B)  Because the website was created to do business in other jurisdictions, the laws of those jurisdictions will apply to the transactions unless it is clearly stated otherwise in the contract. 
C)  Disclaimers posted on Craig's website will protect him if the content of his website turns out to constitute an offence in the European markets in which he is operating. 
D)  Craig could not be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in a European jurisdiction, as long as that activity is acceptable in Canada. 
E)  "Conflict of laws" refers to the established rule that if laws in one jurisdiction conflict with those of another, it is the laws of the jurisdiction of residence that always govern. 
A)  It is sufficient for Craig to follow the rules of his own jurisdiction. 
B)  Because the website was created to do business in other jurisdictions, the laws of those jurisdictions will apply to the transactions unless it is clearly stated otherwise in the contract. 
C)  Disclaimers posted on Craig's website will protect him if the content of his website turns out to constitute an offence in the European markets in which he is operating. 
D)  Craig could not be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in a European jurisdiction, as long as that activity is acceptable in Canada. 
E)  "Conflict of laws" refers to the established rule that if laws in one jurisdiction conflict with those of another, it is the laws of the jurisdiction of residence that always govern.

Question 3

Which of the following is true with respect to the application of contract law to the internet?

Accepted Answer

A)  If the basic requirements of acceptance are not met, an offer accepted by email is binding on both parties. 
B)  Clicking an "I Accept" button on a website is considered the equivalent of achieving the consensus element of a binding contract. 
C)  Online communications are governed by the postbox rule. 
D)  No jurisdictions have passed any legislation making electronic communications the equivalent of written documents for legal purposes. 
E)  Internet contracts are governed by the federal Uniform Electronic Commerce Act, in effect throughout Canada. 
A)  If the basic requirements of acceptance are not met, an offer accepted by email is binding on both parties. 
B)  Clicking an "I Accept" button on a website is considered the equivalent of achieving the consensus element of a binding contract. 
C)  Online communications are governed by the postbox rule. 
D)  No jurisdictions have passed any legislation making electronic communications the equivalent of written documents for legal purposes. 
E)  Internet contracts are governed by the federal Uniform Electronic Commerce Act, in effect throughout Canada.

Question 4

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the internet.

Accepted Answer

The unregulated nature of the internet h

Question 5

Comment on the accuracy of the following statement: "In determining jurisdiction,contract law is irrelevant."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Discuss the unique challenges the internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Accepted Answer

Students should highlight the key challe

Question 7

Deceitful practices and fraud are ongoing concerns for those transacting business on the internet.Pat has recently been the victim of such a scam.He gets into a heated discussion with his friend over the application of current consumer protection laws to online transactions.Which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  While case law applies to online activities, statute law -such as sale of goods legislation- does not apply to such transactions. 
B)  Although new legislation may be enacted in the future, general consumer protection legislation has yet to be extended to online transactions in any Canadian jurisdictions. 
C)  Provincial securities regulations will also apply to trades on the internet, but amendments will likely be enacted to apply special provisions to electronic trading. 
D)  In most provinces, consumer protection legislation has been enacted to invalidate internet transactions and render electronic "signatures" ineffective. 
E)  Consumer protection law in respect of online transactions is governed by the federal Universal Internet Transactions Act (UIT
A) . 
A)  While case law applies to online activities, statute law -such as sale of goods legislation- does not apply to such transactions. 
B)  Although new legislation may be enacted in the future, general consumer protection legislation has yet to be extended to online transactions in any Canadian jurisdictions. 
C)  Provincial securities regulations will also apply to trades on the internet, but amendments will likely be enacted to apply special provisions to electronic trading. 
D)  In most provinces, consumer protection legislation has been enacted to invalidate internet transactions and render electronic "signatures" ineffective. 
E)  Consumer protection law in respect of online transactions is governed by the federal Universal Internet Transactions Act (UIT
A) .

Question 8

Canada's Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin remarked that the "new technologies of the computer are far ahead of the law.They are,quite literally,'outside' the law." Discuss.

Accepted Answer

Creating laws to regulate the internet p

Question 9

Describe the concept of cybersquatting.

Accepted Answer

Each domain name is a unique address,giv

Question 10

Discuss alternative dispute resolution with respect to online transactions.

Accepted Answer

Alternative dispute resolution methods s

Question 11

Explain "degree of interactivity."

Accepted Answer

There must be a special link o

Question 12

The selling of securities also poses particular problems when done online.Discuss.

Accepted Answer

Trading in securities over the internet

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A document was published by ______________________ in 2011,proposing a unified approached to promote,regulate,and respond to global challenges in online communications.It summarizes and proposes strategies for international policy-making.

Accepted Answer

A)  the Civil Society Information Society Advisory Council (CSISA
C)  
B)  the General Criminal Code 
C)  the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OEC
D)  
D)  the Uniform Electronic Commerce Act 
E)  PIPEDA 
A)  the Civil Society Information Society Advisory Council (CSISA
C)  
B)  the General Criminal Code 
C)  the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OEC
D)  
D)  the Uniform Electronic Commerce Act 
E)  PIPEDA

Question 15

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Accepted Answer

fraudulent use of electronic technologie

Question 16

Which of the following statements regarding the registration of domain names and trademarks is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The registration of domain names overrules trademark law. 
B)  A business is entitled to its own unique domain name regardless of trademark law. 
C)  Where trademarks are infringed, it will be no defence to show that the offender registered a domain name. 
D)  Registration of domain name precludes someone from registering a trademark. 
E)  The Canadian Internet Registration Authority determines whether a domain name constitutes trademark infringement. 
A)  The registration of domain names overrules trademark law. 
B)  A business is entitled to its own unique domain name regardless of trademark law. 
C)  Where trademarks are infringed, it will be no defence to show that the offender registered a domain name. 
D)  Registration of domain name precludes someone from registering a trademark. 
E)  The Canadian Internet Registration Authority determines whether a domain name constitutes trademark infringement.

Question 17

Chad was the best private detective in the west.His system for tracking persons who have caused themselves to disappear was markedly superior to that of others.Sally,his only assistant,was considered so valuable that he always had her sign five-year contracts with non-disclosure clauses.Sally took notes at a private meeting between Chad and a representative of the RCMP who was negotiating a contract with Chad for tracking down two criminals.Sally and Chad took care that the discussions were understood to be confidential-regarding both the information from the RCMP and from Chad about his methods.Sally was approached by a competitor of Chad,Mr.Adolph,who offered her three times her salary if she would break her contract with Chad,sign with him,and bring him information about Chad's tracking system.After some months,she did just that.Furthermore,she told Adolph the details of the information given to Chad by the RCMP,which caused the RCMP embarrassment,time,and money.Which of the following is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sally owes a fiduciary duty to Chad because of her trusted position as an employee. 
B)  Chad could sue Sally for breach of her employment contract, not only on the clause relating to the term of her employment, but also on the non-disclosure clause. 
C)  Chad could sue Adolph for the tort of inducing breach of contract. 
D)  The RCMP could not sue Chad for breach of confidence because the information disclosed by Sally was not novel know-how that was giving the RCMP the cutting edge in business competition. 
E)  Chad could sue Sally for disclosing the information only if he had made it clear that the information was confidential and should not be disclosed. 
A)  Sally owes a fiduciary duty to Chad because of her trusted position as an employee. 
B)  Chad could sue Sally for breach of her employment contract, not only on the clause relating to the term of her employment, but also on the non-disclosure clause. 
C)  Chad could sue Adolph for the tort of inducing breach of contract. 
D)  The RCMP could not sue Chad for breach of confidence because the information disclosed by Sally was not novel know-how that was giving the RCMP the cutting edge in business competition. 
E)  Chad could sue Sally for disclosing the information only if he had made it clear that the information was confidential and should not be disclosed.

Question 18

Tracey is concerned that her emails may be read by third parties and that her internet surfing is being tracked by businesses hoping to use the information to inundate her with unsolicited email advertising.She is also convinced that embedded software devices on her computer give others the ability to access her private information.Her friends think she is just being paranoid.Which of the following is true in respect of privacy on the internet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Although privacy laws are being enacted as precautionary measures, voluntary protection of privacy has proven overwhelmingly successful. 
B)  Unauthorized interception of communications between individuals is now a criminal offence in Canada. 
C)  While unencrypted data is susceptible to unauthorized access, encryption of information communicated online provides a guarantee of security. 
D)  Now that privacy rights are legally protected, internet users should feel secure in giving out private information online. 
E)  Every Canadian province is governed by the provisions of the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act. 
A)  Although privacy laws are being enacted as precautionary measures, voluntary protection of privacy has proven overwhelmingly successful. 
B)  Unauthorized interception of communications between individuals is now a criminal offence in Canada. 
C)  While unencrypted data is susceptible to unauthorized access, encryption of information communicated online provides a guarantee of security. 
D)  Now that privacy rights are legally protected, internet users should feel secure in giving out private information online. 
E)  Every Canadian province is governed by the provisions of the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.

Question 19

When a judgment is obtained against a foreign service provider,which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  If the service provider has no assets in the foreign jurisdiction or if there is no treaty in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat. 
B)  If the service provider has assets in the foreign jurisdiction or there are treaties in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat, but generally only if the conduct complained of is actionable in both jurisdictions. 
C)  Since the service provider resides in a foreign jurisdiction, there is no threat of enforcement. 
D)  Since the judgment is obtained in a different jurisdiction, the business or individual may be extradited to face criminal charges. 
E)  If the service provider has assets in the foreign jurisdiction or there are treaties in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat, no matter if the conduct complained of is actionable in only one jurisdiction. 
A)  If the service provider has no assets in the foreign jurisdiction or if there is no treaty in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat. 
B)  If the service provider has assets in the foreign jurisdiction or there are treaties in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat, but generally only if the conduct complained of is actionable in both jurisdictions. 
C)  Since the service provider resides in a foreign jurisdiction, there is no threat of enforcement. 
D)  Since the judgment is obtained in a different jurisdiction, the business or individual may be extradited to face criminal charges. 
E)  If the service provider has assets in the foreign jurisdiction or there are treaties in place to allow for enforcement, enforcement continues to be a substantial threat, no matter if the conduct complained of is actionable in only one jurisdiction.

Question 20

With regard to internet jurisdiction,which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Every jurisdiction has a different set of laws, and each internet user should conform to the local laws of each nation, state, or province. 
B)  Many jurisdictions have passed long-arm statutes allowing them to take jurisdiction only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
C)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
D)  Canadian courts are willing to find jurisdiction where there is a degree of interactivity and substantial connection between the act complained of and the province. 
E)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction and directly involved. 
A)  Every jurisdiction has a different set of laws, and each internet user should conform to the local laws of each nation, state, or province. 
B)  Many jurisdictions have passed long-arm statutes allowing them to take jurisdiction only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction. 
C)  Valid laws apply to the internet, and there have been no difficulties in determining what laws apply to the internet and internet transactions. 
D)  Canadian courts are willing to find jurisdiction where there is a degree of interactivity and substantial connection between the act complained of and the province. 
E)  Judicial action is allowed only if the person being sued is a resident of that jurisdiction and directly involved.

Which of the following statements regarding cybersquatting is true?

Craig,a Canadian resident,has decided to create a website offering products and services to consumers in certain European markets.Which of the following is true with respect to the jurisdictional issues that arise?

Which of the following is true with respect to the application of contract law to the internet?

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the internet.

Comment on the accuracy of the following statement: "In determining jurisdiction,contract law is irrelevant."

Discuss the unique challenges the internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Canada's Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin remarked that the "new technologies of the computer are far ahead of the law.They are,quite literally,'outside' the law." Discuss.

Describe the concept of cybersquatting.

Discuss alternative dispute resolution with respect to online transactions.

Explain "degree of interactivity."

The selling of securities also poses particular problems when done online.Discuss.

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

A document was published by ______________________ in 2011,proposing a unified approached to promote,regulate,and respond to global challenges in online communications.It summarizes and proposes strategies for international policy-making.

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Which of the following statements regarding the registration of domain names and trademarks is true?

When a judgment is obtained against a foreign service provider,which of the following statements is true?

With regard to internet jurisdiction,which of the following statements is true?

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputesthe Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contractconsensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal, and Intellectual Property

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Priority of Creditors

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Exam 14: Information Technology and the Internet

Which of the following statements regarding cybersquatting is true?

Craig,a Canadian resident,has decided to create a website offering products and services to consumers in certain European markets.Which of the following is true with respect to the jurisdictional issues that arise?

Which of the following is true with respect to the application of contract law to the internet?

Discuss regulatory trends in the age of the internet.

Comment on the accuracy of the following statement: "In determining jurisdiction,contract law is irrelevant."

Discuss the unique challenges the internet presents with respect to the law and how such challenges are being addressed.

Canada's Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin remarked that the "new technologies of the computer are far ahead of the law.They are,quite literally,'outside' the law." Discuss.

Describe the concept of cybersquatting.

Discuss alternative dispute resolution with respect to online transactions.

Explain "degree of interactivity."

The selling of securities also poses particular problems when done online.Discuss.

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

A document was published by ______________________ in 2011,proposing a unified approached to promote,regulate,and respond to global challenges in online communications.It summarizes and proposes strategies for international policy-making.

Identify the common internet and computer offences.

Which of the following statements regarding the registration of domain names and trademarks is true?

When a judgment is obtained against a foreign service provider,which of the following statements is true?

With regard to internet jurisdiction,which of the following statements is true?

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputesthe Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence, Professional Liability, and Insurance

The Elements of a Contractconsensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Employment

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Real, Personal, and Intellectual Property

Sales and Consumer Protection

Priority of Creditors

Filters