Overview of German Cyber Law
German cyber law addresses legal issues arising from digital technologies, including computer crime, data protection, electronic commerce, and digital signatures. The Bundesdatenschutzgesetz (BDSG) and the Gesetz zur Erhöhung der Sicherheit informationstechnischer Systeme (IT-SiG) form key components.
Key Legislation
For detailed coverage of specific German statutes and regulations in this area, see the German Statutes section.