digitallaw

noun
UK /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl lɔː/
US /ˈdɪdʒ.ə.t̬əl lɑː/

Rules that tell people how to use computers and the internet safely and fairly.

The new digitallaw protects kids' private information online.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Laws about copying and sharing things like music or pictures on the internet.

The digitallaw says you cannot share that movie without permission.

3. Rules that stop people from being mean or harmful to others online.

Under the digitallaw, sending threats online is not allowed.

4. Rules about how companies must keep people's personal data safe.

The company followed the digitallaw by locking up customer records.