Overview
The impact of social media on law is significant, as it shapes how laws are interpreted and enforced in the digital age. Social media platforms serve as a space for free expression, but they also raise complex legal issues, including privacy concerns, cyberbullying, and intellectual property rights....
Key Terms
Example: Posting a political opinion on social media.
Example: GDPR in Europe.
Example: Harassing messages sent via social media.
Example: Copyright on a song shared online.
Example: A hacker stealing user data from a social media platform.
Example: Agreeing to terms and conditions on a website.
Related Topics
Digital Privacy
Explores the rights and protections individuals have regarding their personal information online.
intermediateCyber Law
Focuses on the legal issues related to the internet and digital communications.
advancedMedia Law
Covers the laws governing media, including broadcasting and online content.
intermediateIntellectual Property Law
Examines the laws that protect creative works and inventions.
advancedKey Concepts
Freedom of SpeechPrivacy LawsCyberbullyingIntellectual Property