Suppose Someone Uses an Internet Server, Such as AOL, to Send

question 22

Multiple Choice

Suppose someone uses an Internet server, such as AOL, to send a message to others that is defamatory. The person injured by the defamation has a good case against:

• A) the sender and AOL
• B) the sender but not AOL unless AOL was aware of the activity and did not halt it
• C) the sender but not AOL under any circumstances
• D) neither party; defamation actions from Internet transmissions are shielded by federal law
• E) neither party; defamation may only occur when the transmission is face-to-face

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