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... and retention policy should cover the regular and systematic retention and destruction of both electronic and hardcopy documents. Specify that if your firm learns that a particular subject matter is or might become the subject of legal action, all relevant documents will be excluded from the retention and destruction policy. &# 160 Computer networks and e-mail leave digital "tracks" that reveal a user's travels on the network and through cyberspace. The system might also create hidden backups of e-mail and other documents as part of its regular activity for preserving network data. &# 160 ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE POLICY &# 160 There's no clear-cut definition of a valid and binding contract created over the Internet. However, as a result of encryption technology and laws regarding electronic signatures, standards are evolving for determining whether Internet communications constitute a valid contract ... &# 160 Name the individuals or positions having the authority to bind your organization on a contractual or other basis, and make it clear that statements made via e-mail may bind the organization. Having such a policy could help your firm avoid liability for alleged contracts that an employee might make when acting outside the scope of their authority. &# 160 CONCLUSION To be effective, your firm's Internet and e-mail policies must be communicated clearly to employees and any others, such as outside contractors, who should also follow it. Set up a training program. Keep track of who has received the training, and require employees to acknowledge in writing that they've been trained and understand and agree to comply with the policy. Review and update the policy regularly and disseminate it to your employees. &# 160 ...