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Legal Issues in Internet Privacy, 2002.
This paper addresses recent concerns about Internet privacy, concentrating on legal and ethical concerns. In particular, a bill is being introduced in the Senate this spring which aims to codify in U.S. law the rights and responsibilities of information
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 7 sources, £ 43.95
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This paper addresses recent concerns about Internet privacy, concentrating on legal and ethical concerns. In particular, a bill is being introduced in the Senate this spring which aims to codify in U.S. law the rights and responsibilities of information suppliers. In the past, the United States has taken a "hands-off" approach to regulating information, in the hopes that the industry will engage in self-regulation. Self-regulation is not advancing rapidly enough to satisfy either the Federal Trade Commission or the recent European Community Directive. The paper presents and supports the opinion that it is imperative that the United States pass legislation which will address Internet privacy issues and forestall any restrictions U.S. companies may have in dealing with Europe.
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Internet Privacy, 2008.
A discussion regarding Internet privacy issues and to what extent the government should be allowed to monitor online activity.
1,508 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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This paper discusses the debate over the level of privacy a person should benefit from on the Internet, and to what extent authorities should be able to control and monitor the private lives of the individuals that decided to use the Internet world wide. The paper discusses both side of the debate and concludes that the threats that face today's society indirectly demand for a closer surveillance of the activities taking place in the society.
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"Despite these worrying effect, there is an aspect that draws the attention of internet users and which is constantly invoked by those arguing against the internet as a global network for communication. In the light of the perspective terrorism has created related to the national security strategy, the internet represents one of the means of communication most watched over by the governments and its agencies. In this sense, internet privacy represents a challenge indeed."
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Internet Privacy Policies, 2004.
An examination of the fine line between the tracking of consumer trends on the Internet and the abuse of privacy.
3,015 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 62.95
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This paper addresses the sensitive issue of the practice of companies that track consumer trends on the Internet and, in turn, use this information for advertising targets on a person's computer. It discusses how this is discouraged when children use the Internet and looks at the laws and prohibitions in place, which in theory, are meant to limit and protect the consumer from unnecessary abuse.
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"Until the debate is settled, if ever, it is largely up to the consumer to protect himself. Companies are using many methods to track and collect personal information. While the programming ingenuity is admirable, the ethical and legal use of the collected data is yet to be determined and we do know that it opens up many doors of risk. While identity theft is a major risk, the collection of personal information to create a user profile can be beneficial if the user maintains control. A profile allows personalization that can give users a sense of belonging. It allows a site to greet the customer by name, offer services and products according to individual preferences, and not being required to retype requested information. In this light, such risks can be worthwhile if the user is careful."
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Internet Security and Privacy, 2004.
This paper discusses that only when the privacy of the individual is guarded, and the security of information ensured, can we reap the full benefits of the Internet.
3,260 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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This paper explains that the key Internet issues of Internet security and privacy arise because of the anonymous nature of the Web. The author points out that cookies are nothing but small pieces of data that are stored on the hard disk of the user and are used primarily for storing the settings for the Web pages as per the user?s interest. The paper stresses that children are more prone to let out their personal information when they surf the Net and can accidentally come across offensive Web pages with vulgar, pornographic contents.
Table of Contents
Thesis
Introduction
Internet Privacy and Security
Privacy Issues
Cookies and Privacy Threat
Children and Privacy
Legal Issues
Protecting Privacy
Other Security Issues
Impersonation
Man-In-Middle Attack
Denial of Service Attacks
Virus Threats
Problem of Static IP Address
Firewalls and IDS
Protecting Information
Data Encryption
Key Based Encryption
Encryption Based on Symmetric Key
Encryption Based on Public Key
Socket Security Layer
Encryption Standard
Companies Specializing In Internet Security
Symantec
Security Measures
The Future Prospects
Conclusion
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"Man-In-Middle Attack is another form of information abuse in which a third party intercepts information flow between two computers and alters the data. Typically, this attack is carried out by mocking a well-known website. A practical example of this type of ?spoofing? was the 1999 incident when a website spoofed as Bloomberg News service, posted information that ?Pairgain?, a telecommunication company was being taken over by an Israeli firm. This falsified information posted on the counterfeit website sent the stock trading up by 30% and the trading volume grew by 7 times its usual. However when the hoax came to light the stock prices plummeted down resulting in huge losses to investors who bought the shares at inflated prices. This example highlights the serious consequences of internet crime."
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Internet Privacy, 2006.
A discussion about the lack of privacy on the internet.
929 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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The paper states that privacy on the internet is nearly impossible. For each new security measure installed, hackers manage to find a way in. The writer explains that it is necessary to protect people's privacy, and to protect classified government information. Included in this privacy is salvaging the innocence of children who fall prey to pedophiles and sexual predators on the internet. In conclusion, the writer claims that the unresolved privacy issue hangs somewhere between the timidity of computer companies and the lack of progress in enacting tough legislation by Congress and other regulatory agencies.
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"If we consider the Internet to be an international airborne series of sending and receiving stations, electronic encyclopedias, e-mailed messages from one executive to another, IM messages from one love-struck teen-ager to his music idol, then there is little firm and set means of assuring and insuring privacy. Perhaps the greatest reason for complete privacy is to protect business from being "invaded" and ideas, even formulations and decisions stolen; and to protect government agencies, such as the Pentagon from having its military information "hacked", and as in the recent Chinese spying case in Los Alamos turned over to a foreign nation not necessarily friendly to the U.S.
"Hackers are not necessarily jolly young nerds." Computer fraud on the Internet is bringing some $100 million a year." (Jerome, p. 87) But, currently, even the most ambitious and even dangerous hackers like the notorious Kevin Mitnick, only get slaps on the wrist: A one-year prison sentence, followed by six months in a rehabilitation program."
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Addressing Internet Privacy, 2002.
Analyzes Wayne Heiser's article in which he clarifies the concept of privacy protection.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 37.95
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This paper provides a summary and analysis of an Internet article written by Wayne Heiser in 1999. Heiser's article is concerned with issues of Internet privacy and in particular what the term "privacy" actually describes. In this essay, issues of privacy and technology are examined from European and American perspectives and then compared to global realities regarding Internet access and human rights.
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The Internet, Privacy Protection and Anonymous Usage, 2002.
Discusses privacy issues in relation to the internet, using an article by Wayne Heiser as a reference.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 8 sources, £ 56.95
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This paper refers to an article by Wayne Heiser's on the threat that appears to individuals and business interests by way of cyber-technology, in our inability to control access to the Internet with democratic laws. The very important idea is that of privacy which Heiser explains is quite a new privilege and worry, not a basic right. At the same time, anonymous or pseudonymous use of the Internet should continue. It is one of a very few private rights that can be carried over into a new age that is bringing to the 'front' our ideas of free will, privacy, expression and access to information.
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Internet Privacy, 2005.
This paper discusses the protection of consumer privacy, which is one of the highest issues regarding consumer e-commerce.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 20.95
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This paper explains that online businesses, consumer advocates and government regulators have very different views about the proper balance between industry self-regulation and government regulation to protect online consumers from unfair and abusive business practices. The author points out that, if companies do not respond, not only will business stand in danger of being over-regulated by the government but also consumers may not trust sites and withdraw their business. The paper relates that the suggested plan would not limit online companies but require free and fair disclosure of Internet privacy policies; however, more regulation may be necessary as social security numbers, student records, medical records, securities investments and real estate transactions become available on the web.
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"The FTC survey also found that these sites provide only limited notice to consumers and protection of the information that these sites collect. Furthermore, other information about consumers was collected by websites, or by third-party network advertisers, through the use of devices like "cookies" or "Web bugs." A "cookie" is a text file placed on a consumer's computer by a website (or third party network advertiser) that provides information back to the server which placed it. A "Web bug" is a hidden method of monitoring consumer activity on the Internet. This process of collecting this kind of information by network advertisers is called online profiling. (Ries, 2001) If the first solicited form of behavior, through demanding consumers register with sites, could be compared to in-store surveys, cookies and web bugs are insidiously similar to having a store employee watch one's buying behavior on a security camera-or have employees follow you throughout the mall, to see what competitor's stores you were apt to survey and buy from!"
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The Internet and Privacy Protection, 2002.
Discusses the issues of privacy in this era of communication over the internet, using Wayne Heiser's on-line article as a reference.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, £ 56.95
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This paper refers to Wayne Heiser's discussion of the threat posed to individuals and business interests by cyber-technology. Heiser's paper appears on-line, offering a clear review of different issues that are at stake when we refer to both the right of privacy and how this is threatened by the new technology. It seems that the revolution of cyber-technology demands that we examine past attitudes and expectations in awareness of a changed environment in which predicted kinds of privacy may no longer be possible.
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Internet Privacy, 2004.
This paper deals with the issue of the monitoring of employees' use of the Internet.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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In this article, the writer considers the moral and ethical issues associated with employers monitoring employees' use of the Internet. The writer discusses the various types of monitoring. Reasons against employee monitoring are also examined in this paper. The writer discusses the argument that monitoring employee performance is more important than monitoring Internet use.
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"When George Orwell wrote about a giant screen in each person's home that could monitor their every movement and activity he equated Big Brother with the government. Increasingly, however it is not the government but rather our employers that are spying on individuals and they are doing it often without permission or knowledge of employees. This research considers electronic employee monitoring in the work place and the moral ethical problems such monitoring raises. There are various types of electronic monitoring ... "
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Privacy on the Internet, 2002.
An examination of both sides of the Internet privacy issue, focusing on the effect of specific court rulings and recent laws regarding privacy rights on the Internet.
946 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper discusses how Internet and information technology have given rise to new techniques of investigation and new forms of surveillance and how law enforcement officials view these as powerful tools in the fight against terrorism and cybercrime. It looks at how government and corporate interests have successfully increased surveillance powers over the Internet and cyberspace and the implications of these new powers for privacy rights.
Outline
Security and Corporate Interests
Big Brother
Common Ground
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"For privacy advocates, these laws expanding law enforcement authority and court rulings regarding piracy and copyright have dealt tremendous blows to individual civil liberties regarding online and Internet activities. The EFF argues, for example that the Patriot Act "expands surveillance while reducing checks and balances." As a result, the government may spy on innocuous activities such as web surfing, even on Americans who are not specific targets of investigation. In addition, the Patriot Act's provisions regarding reciprocity allow foreign intelligence agencies to spy on American people's activities online (EFF 2001)."
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Privacy Rights and the Internet, 2003.
This paper discusses the ease of obtaining personal information on the internet and the lack of privacy rights including for inmates.
995 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper explains that, although a prisoner has limited rights, there are certain protections provided to prisoners under the law, which brings up questions in terms of the rights and protections offered prisoners with regards to their personal privacy and information, which can be easily found on the internet. The author points out that, at present, there are no laws regarding internet privacy and reviews the United States' long history of struggling with privacy issues using the cases "Roe V. Wade" (1977), "Olmstead vs. United States 277 U.S. 438" (1928) and "Katz vs. United States, 389 U.S. 347" (1967). The paper states that, because there currently are no laws concerning privacy on the internet, there should be no problem with using VeriSign as a company to introduce e-commerce to the inmates as this company's policy considers the protection of an individual's privacy of the utmost importance.
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"There are also more complex searches that a person can perform on the internet. For a fee, several companies will offer a complete profile of a person. For example, a company called, US Search, will find anybody and offers services such as background checks, locators, criminal search, sex offender search, and department of corrections search. They also offer other information like marriage and divorce certificates. There are many of these sites. They work by compiling databases, similar to the ones that law enforcement uses to find people by social security number or license number. Another site compiles scientific data as well. Abika.com offers background searches, psychological profiles, DNA profiling, etc. In short, if it is part of the public record, it can be compiled in a database for businesses to sell."
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Privacy and the Internet, 2000.
A discussion of the spread of the Internet and its effects on the privacy of individuals.
8,555 words (approx. 34.2 pages), 13 sources, £ 127.95
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This paper goes into some depth about how privacy rights are infringed upon by the Internet and the general public reaction to this. The author examines the development of the Internet and how it has spread to impact every aspect of one's life. The author discusses how society is influenced by this phenomenon.
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"During the twentieth century the economies of most advanced societies of the world have transformed from a manufacturing-based to an information-based structure, due mostly to the rapid and advancing changes in technology. With the advent of the Information Age, the issue of information privacy is gaining widespread attention from consumers, business and industry and the government."
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Privacy and Security on the Internet, 2002.
A research of people's behaviour regarding security and privacy issues on the internet.
5,950 words (approx. 23.8 pages), 35 sources, MLA, £ 99.95
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This paper examines people?s behaviour regarding security and privacy issues on the internet and how portal/e-business companies can increase their security and therefore regain customers trust. People are very concerned about their security and privacy on the internet. However the greatest concern is with financial transactions. So while many people are prepared to use the internet for certain purposes, there are still a great number of users who are concerned about security issues.
Contents:
Internet Portals
History
Features of Major Portals
Privacy and Law
Privacy Concerns
Privacy Bill
Privacy and the Internet
Privacy Policies
Cookies
Use of Cookies
Cookie Awareness
Internet Security
Viruses
Encryptions
PGP
Digital Signatures
SSL
Set Protocol
Firewall
Security Concerns
Methodolgies
Questionnaire
Survey Results
Recommendations for Portal and E-Business Comapnies
Recommendations for Internet Users
Glossary of Terms
Bibliography
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"According to World Internet Link (2001) ?Internet Portals are among the hottest Internet trends of the day.? Client Help Desk (2002) describes an Internet portal as ?a Web site which offers a great amount of content and services, either on many subjects or on a specific subject.? Major Internet portals, a further development of search-engines, include AltaVista, Excite, Lycos and Yahoo. Problems arise because of privacy concerns as some users don?t want to provide personal information and credit card details to an Internet portal and/or e-commerce company. The personalisation of Internet portals is possible via a cookie. Originally designed for consumer convenience, the cookie is an important tool to personalise and customise an Internet portal. Initially, portals offered only search tools but are now more personalised, enabling users to customise them by initiating their own start-up page containing their individual content, layout and colour. Furthermore portals started selling products too."
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