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Most schools, employers and internet service providers (ISPs) prohibit misuse of their computers, and disciplinary action can be expected by those who harassing others or vandalize websites using someone else's property.  For example, the University of Cincinnati has a strict policy against misuse of its system.<ref>http://www.uc.edu/ucit/ITpolicydefs.asp#fedlaw</ref>
 
Most schools, employers and internet service providers (ISPs) prohibit misuse of their computers, and disciplinary action can be expected by those who harassing others or vandalize websites using someone else's property.  For example, the University of Cincinnati has a strict policy against misuse of its system.<ref>http://www.uc.edu/ucit/ITpolicydefs.asp#fedlaw</ref>
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'''Libel'''
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Publication of false information that is injurious to the reputation of another is called libel and can be the basis of a lawsuit for damages. Internet communications (web pages and postings to newsgroups or mailing lists) are considered publications.
    
== Computer Crime & Intellectual Property Section United States Department of Justice ==
 
== Computer Crime & Intellectual Property Section United States Department of Justice ==
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