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South Africa: New Rules Aim to Tighten up Regulation of Cryptography Providers
The Minister of Communications published proposed Cryptography and Accreditation Regulations, which, among other things, will oblige providers of encryption services and products (cryptography providers) to supply highly detailed information about themselves and their services. The minister invited comment on the proposed regulations, which will be issued under the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECT Act).
Telecoms Regulations: Big Steps Forward – One Step Back
Since the Minister of Communications removed certain statutory restrictions imposed on value added network service licensees (Vans) in September 2004, the industry eagerly anticipated 1 February 2005. This was the effective date for the removal of the restrictions and the opening of the sector to greater competition, with attendant benefits of lower telecommunications service costs and wider consumer choice.
How Effective is the Domain Name Dispute Procedure?
If somebody registers a domain name and you think that he is abusing your intellectual property rights by doing so, you can bring an application in terms of the procedure and the adjudicator can order that the domain be transferred to you.
Policy of acceptable use for business networks
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Can a person resign by email?
Can a person can resign from a job by email where the employment contract requires resignations to be in writing.