"Introduction" [2020] ELECD 121; in Determann, Lothar (ed), "Determann's Field Guide To Data Privacy Law" (Edward Elgar Publishing, 2020) xi

Book Title: Determann’s Field Guide To Data Privacy Law

Editor(s): Determann, Lothar

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Section Title: Introduction

Number of pages: 2

Abstract/Description:

Readers are introduced to the complex field of data privacy law and corporate compliance requirements in the introductory segments of the Field Guide. In Key Terms, readers find crucial definitions. In Key Concepts, readers find basic directions on the field (data protection v. data privacy v. data security) and concepts such as data controllers v. processors; personal data, PII and sensitive data; international data transfers in the form of remote access; and the role of data protection authorities and data privacy officers. For orientation purposes, the territory is surveyed with an overview regarding data privacy laws in Europe, the USA and the rest of the world; here, readers find a checklist for the road to compliance with the new EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).