Public Opinion and Policy Initiatives for Online Privacy Protection

The ability to monitor and record Internet users' personal information has raised fears about online privacy. Consequently, consumers have put pressure on the federal government and the online industry to respond appropriately to their privacy concerns. This study uses Edelma''s theor...

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Published in:Journal of broadcasting & electronic media 2003-09, Vol.47 (3), p.350-374
Main Authors: Metzger, Miriam J., Docter, Sharon
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Development and progression
Federal legislation
Influence
Internet
Public opinion
Right of privacy
World Wide Web
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Summary:The ability to monitor and record Internet users' personal information has raised fears about online privacy. Consequently, consumers have put pressure on the federal government and the online industry to respond appropriately to their privacy concerns. This study uses Edelma''s theory of symbolic politics to assess the congruence between public concern about online privacy and recent legislative and industry efforts to address this concern.
ISSN:0883-8151
1550-6878
DOI:10.1207/s15506878jobem4703_3