Define and provide an example of a cyber tort.

What will be an ideal response?


Cyber torts are torts committed in cyberspace. An example would be a defamatory statement made online. Online forums allow anyone to complain about a business firm's personnel, policies, practices, and products. Regardless of whether the complaint is justified or whether it is true, it may affect the business. The Internet service provider provides access to the Internet through a local phone line, cable, or DSL connection.However, generally, under the Communications Decency Act, Internet service providers are not liable for such material.?

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