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1999: the year in cyberlaw

What was the most significant cyberlaw story of 1999? If you shouted, "The Microsoft trial, you dummy!" guess what? The majority of the legal experts consulted by the New York Times would agree with you. The Times polled seven professors and analysts to find out which events relating to technology and the law they believe will have the most impact on coming years. In addition to Bill Gates' tribulations, the panel pointed to several piracy and intellectual property issues. As the courts continue to work out how the law will govern cyberspace, this article may give you an inkling into what to expect in Y2K.

Thu, 16 Mar 2000 07:42:16 -0800