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Diverse issues related to classification - PRMSA07

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Purpose: Content: Convergence of regulations and legislation impacting classification with focus on: Background to the broadcasting and telecommunications landscape; Background to the telecommunications and electronic communications landscape; Broadcasting Act 4 of 1999; The Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa; Electronic Communications Act; Protection of Personal Information Act; Internet Service Providers Association, Wireless Applications Service Providers Association; National Association of Broadcasters; Convergence of technology and the impact on the work of FPB classifiers; New media and its impact on classification in South Africa with focus on: The new media landscape (definitions, interface and effect); Social media (definitions, interface, effect and regulation). The future of classification in South Africa, Africa and the global community.