Privacy in electronic media: Identification, authentication and anonymity in a legal context

Anita Smith, Roger Clarke

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Abstract

This article examines the notions of identification, authentication and anonymity in a legal context. It builds on the assumption that user identification in electronic media represents a significant threat to personal privacy protection. The article considers whether the trend toward more rigorous identification and authentication has a justifiable legal basis, and if so whether enforcement of such procedures ought to take precedence over concerns for personal privacy.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)95-100
Number of pages6
JournalComputer Law and Security Report
Volume16
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Apr 2000
Externally publishedYes

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