Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the history and development of the Internet; identify jurisdictional issues in cyberspace; explain the scope of copyright protection for online content and the fair use defense; discuss trademark protection for Internet content, software, and other technology related products and services; explain the scope of patent protection for Internet patents and what is meant by obviousness; determine the validity and enforceability of e-contracts; apply relevant tax laws in the online environment, including sales tax, use tax, and income tax for individuals and businesses; explain the main federal statutes associated with computer crimes and the penalties associated with cybercrimes; describe the different tort causes of action available in the online environment, including invasion of privacy, defamation, and fraud; evaluate how the First Amendment rights of freedom of speech and press are tested in the Internet Age; compare the right of privacy in the online environment afforded under the U.S. Constitution, state constitutions, and statutes; and apply the legal and policy issues surrounding privacy to social networking sites, search queries, online advertising, data mining, online privacy, and workplace policies.