Digital laws are rules that govern online behavior and protect users' privacy, copyright, and safety. They define legal and illegal activities online, such as downloading copyrighted content without a license or hacking private accounts, which can result in punishments like fines or jail time. Students are expected to follow digital laws and their school's internet usage policies to avoid consequences ranging from calling parents to expulsion. Major digital laws include prohibitions against hacking, spamming, copyright infringement, and downloading unauthorized files.