Liability for interference: How is the law changing?

Although the Internet makes our lives easier and makes information available at all times, the global network has also made it easier to carry out copyright infringements, bullying and other crimes. As a result of liability for faults, Internet connection owners are held responsible for everything that happens via their connection. This in turn is the reason why there are comparatively few public WLAN hotspots in Germany. It is not uncommon to hear from acquaintances about warnings for illegal file sharing or illegal downloads. It is therefore a logical consequence that the few hotspots that exist in Germany (significantly fewer than in the USA or other European countries) are usually very expensive and/or time-limited. In order to support the dissemination of generally accessible WLAN hotspots, the draft ofWLAN Act update discussed. The new draft is intended to make it significantly easier to offer guests free Internet without having to worry about legal consequences. Although the resolution of the German Bundestag is expected in May, a bill was published back in February. The Süddeutsche Zeitung After, become after for operators The following conditions of liability for malfunctions apply:

• Blocking the network without logging in
• User registration with time stamp
• Users must accept the terms and conditions with a mouse click

In order to correctly implement these requirements, it is necessary to use a professional hotspot system. The Socialwave Hotspot, for example, is a simple and cost-effective way to provide warning-proof WLAN.To register and order the router directly, please click over hereIn next week's post, you will find out what the legal situation regarding public WiFi looks like in other countries.