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FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IN CYBERSPACE

Krista Revizore, Māris Šļakota

Abstract


This report includes information about freedom of expression and ability to execute the guaranteed freedom in the cyberspace. Thesis examine the question falling under the scope of human rights online. More particularly, it displays cyberspace security and vulnerability problems regarding guaranteed right to freedom of expression in cyberspace. The discussion concern two sides of the coin: individuals who participate and communicate through online platforms and consequences of their actions – impact on intermediaries. It is an essential topic as modern and digital technologies develop more and more every day alluring new participants who should understand what can be said online, how their actions can be protected, freedom executed and what are liabilities imposed to online service providers.

Keywords


Anonomity; cyberspace; freedom of expression; human rights; online platforms

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17770/iss2017.3021

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