Use of the Internet increased dramatically during the 1990s due in part to decreasing computer costs.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
During the 1990s, the number of people using the Internet doubled each year. Fueling the medium's growth were the increasing popularity and affordability of personal computers and modems, which allowed computers to tap into the Internet via an ordinary phone line.
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A policy to pay below market rates may hinder a firm's ability to attract potential employees.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following is a difference between the Uniform Computer Information Transaction Act (UCITA) and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)?
A) A contract that requires a fee of less than $250 is enforceable under the UCITA only if the contract has been authenticated, whereas all contracts are enforceable under the UCC. B) A contract that requires a fee of less than $250 is enforceable under the UCC only if the contract has been authenticated, whereas all contracts are enforceable under the UCITA. C) The UCITA allows the licensor to control the licensee's right of use, but the UCC does not. D) The UCC allows the licensor to control the licensee's right of use, but the UCITA does not.
Diane, who is seventeen years old, purchased an auto from Elvira on credit. Florence agreed to act as surety and signed a written surety agreement. At the time of purchase, Diane specifically asked Elvira about the condition of the car's motor and was
told that it had just been replaced with a new one and was in fine condition. This was blatantly untrue, because Elvira knew it was in terrible shape and would only last a short time. The auto has now stopped running and Diane refuses to make any more payments. Elvira is now proceeding against Diane and Florence. What defenses, if any are available to (a) Diane and (b) Florence?
The criminal penalties under RICO include all of the following EXCEPT A) imprisonment
B) capital punishment. C) confiscation of property acquired through the criminal activity. D) fines.