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What role does ICANN primarily play in the domain name system?
What role does ICANN primarily play in the domain name system?
- Regulating country-specific domain extensions such as '.es'.
- Enforcing trademark laws related to domain usage.
- Managing legal disputes related to domain names.
- Overseeing the registration of domain names globally. (correct)
If a company believes someone has registered a domain name that infringes on their trademark, what system is typically used to resolve the dispute?
If a company believes someone has registered a domain name that infringes on their trademark, what system is typically used to resolve the dispute?
- World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
- National Domain Name Plan (PNND).
- Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).
- Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP). (correct)
What is the primary function of a domain name like 'Nike.com'?
What is the primary function of a domain name like 'Nike.com'?
- To serve as an internet service provider.
- To resolve legal disputes over domain ownership.
- To act as a digital trademark, representing a brand online. (correct)
- To manage country-specific domain extensions.
What is the role of national authorities in the domain name system?
What is the role of national authorities in the domain name system?
What challenge has been identified regarding Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND)?
What challenge has been identified regarding Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND)?
How do domain names relate to trademarks?
How do domain names relate to trademarks?
In cases of cybersquatting, what is the role of the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP)?
In cases of cybersquatting, what is the role of the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (UDRP)?
What is the scope of authority for national entities managing domain names?
What is the scope of authority for national entities managing domain names?
What is a key distinction between ICANN and national authorities in domain name governance?
What is a key distinction between ICANN and national authorities in domain name governance?
Why might a company choose to use the UDRP instead of pursuing a traditional lawsuit when addressing cybersquatting?
Why might a company choose to use the UDRP instead of pursuing a traditional lawsuit when addressing cybersquatting?
How does the management of the '.es' domain in Spain relate to ICANN's broader role?
How does the management of the '.es' domain in Spain relate to ICANN's broader role?
What might be a consequence of operational challenges within Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND)?
What might be a consequence of operational challenges within Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND)?
A company discovers that someone has registered a domain very similar to their trademarked name, intending to profit from the similarity. What is this practice called?
A company discovers that someone has registered a domain very similar to their trademarked name, intending to profit from the similarity. What is this practice called?
What aspect of domain names makes them valuable as digital trademarks?
What aspect of domain names makes them valuable as digital trademarks?
What is the primary role of arbitration systems like the UDRP?
What is the primary role of arbitration systems like the UDRP?
Who is responsible for managing and regulating country-specific domain extensions like '.uk' (United Kingdom)?
Who is responsible for managing and regulating country-specific domain extensions like '.uk' (United Kingdom)?
A business wants to register a domain name that reflects its brand but finds that the exact name is already taken. What strategy might the business consider?
A business wants to register a domain name that reflects its brand but finds that the exact name is already taken. What strategy might the business consider?
What is the primary function of ICANN in relation to the internet?
What is the primary function of ICANN in relation to the internet?
If Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND) experiences operational failures, what is a likely outcome for businesses operating in Spain?
If Spain's National Domain Name Plan (PNND) experiences operational failures, what is a likely outcome for businesses operating in Spain?
Flashcards
Domain Names
Domain Names
Digital trademarks used to identify websites on the internet.
ICANN
ICANN
The organization that oversees the registration of domain names.
UDRP
UDRP
Arbitration system for resolving domain name disputes, like cybersquatting.
Cybersquatting
Cybersquatting
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PNND
PNND
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Study Notes
- Domain names like Nike.com act as trademarks in the digital space.
- ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) oversees domain name registration.
- National authorities manage country-specific domains, such as ".es" for Spain.
- Legal disputes over domain names, including cybersquatting, are resolved using arbitration systems.
- UDRP (Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy) is an example of an arbitration system used.
- Spain’s National Domain Name Plan (PNND) regulates ".es" domains.
- The PNND has experienced operational challenges.
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