
Freedom of expression and the internet
Updated and revised 2nd edition
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Freedom of expression and the internet
Updated and revised 2nd edition
About this book
An invaluable resource for students of law, politics, international relations and technology as well as for diplomats and civil society actors, this publication demonstrates how the Council of Europe contributes to ensuring that everyone's voice online can be heard. This is key to sustainable, human rights oriented and people-centred digitalisation.Human rights matter on the internet. Without freedom of expression, people cannot participate in everything that the information society has to offer. Yet online free speech is in danger. Between state laws, private rules and algorithms, full participation in the online communicative space faces many challenges. This publication explores the profound impact of the internet on free expression and how it can be effectively secured online.The second, updated edition of this introduction into the protection of freedom of expression online answers essential questions regarding the extent and limits of freedom of expression online and the role of social networks, courts, states and organisations in online communication spaces. In clear language, with vivid examples spanning two decades of internet law, the authors answer questions on freedom of expression in cyberspace. Addressing issues from the protection of bloggers to the right to access online information, the publication also shows the importance of the standard-setting, monitoring and promotion activities of international and non-governmental organisations and includes a chapter on relevant national practice. It pays special attention to the role of European human rights law and the Council of Europe as this region's most important human rights organisation.
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Table of contents
- List of abbreviations
- Table of cases
- Preface
- Chapter 1. Introduction: the challenges of ensuring freedom of expression on the internet
- Chapter 2. The content of freedom of expression online
- Chapter 3. Restrictions on freedom of expression online
- Chapter 4. Standard setting by the Council of Europe and non-state actors
- Chapter 5. Specific issues
- Chapter 6. Relevant practice on the national level
- Chapter 7. European monitoring mechanisms
- Chapter 8. Promotion of freedom of expression online
- Chapter 9. Conclusions
- Summary
- Bibliography
- About the authors