Which of the Following Statements with Regards to Defamation Over

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements with regards to defamation over the internet is true.

• A) If the ISP encourages the offending behaviour, or if they ought to have known of it , the intermediary cannot be held liable for defamation.
• B) If the author is unknown or uses a false name, bringing an action for defamation presents little difficulty.
• C) If the author resides in another jurisdiction, an action for defamation in all circumstances, can be brought against the ISP.
• D) Where the communication is found to be defamatory, the first question to be determined is whether the statement is libel or slander.
• E) If the author is unknown, intermediaries, such as ISP's or website operators, can always be held liable for defamation.

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