Software Patents: Everybody’s Losing
It is beyond dispute that software is one of the most valuable assets in our society. So, asks Colin Hulme, why are we incapable of drafting laws to protect it adequately?…
Litigation & DR
Public Sector: Private Challenge
SCL’s 2006 Conference, supported by Intellect, is to be held on 24 and 25 November in Oxford. It will deal with the critical legal issues of public sector IT procurement, regulation and management….
Defamation and the Internet
Sparked by the recent Mumsnet dispute, Nick Armstrong looks at Internet libel from the perspective of a practising libel specialist….
Staff Computer and E-mail Policies
Jeremy Holt takes a realistic look at staff policies on Internet and e-mail use and the like. He also offers a specimen computer and e-mail use policy….
The Scottish Court Technology Forum
Paul Motion recounts recent developments in Scotland which have led to the establishment of the Court Technology Forum….
Google News: – Fair Use or Fair Game?
Katie Withers reports on the issues surrounding Google News and claims that it breaches copyright….
(In)Security: Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid
Alastair Morrison reviews security dangers and questions complacency….
Trading Punches: Microsoft v EU Commission
Davina Garrod and Lara Kuehl look at the Microsoft competition case. They report on the fight to date and, as the bell rings for the final round, contemplate the battle to come….
Consultation Corner
A round-up of the current calls for input which might be of interest to SCL members…
Cryptic and Hidden Meanings – The Government Proposes To Bring Encryption Powers into Force
Peter Church and Richard Cumbley look at the latest move to bring Part III of RIPA into force….