Intellectual property in cyberspace

The document discusses intellectual property in cyberspace. It defines intellectual property as creations of the human intellect that can be protected under various forms of IP laws. Copyright and trademarks are specifically examined. Copyright protects original creative works and gives owners exclusive rights over copying. A trademark uniquely identifies a business and its products/services. Intellectual property has migrated online where it faces challenges from expectations of free information and use on the Internet. Ensuring proper control of intellectual property in cyberspace remains an important issue.