Electronic records and signatures: statutory definitions establish authentication, intermediary functions, cybersecurity, and the legal status of digital communications.

Section 2 establishes definitions for electronic communications, computing infrastructure and authentication. It defines electronic records, data, information, computers, computer networks, communication devices and cyber security. Electronic authentication is governed through digital signatures, electronic signatures, certificates, asymmetric crypto systems and key pairs, with verification addressing both signature origin and record integrity. The framework identifies originators, addressees, subscribers and intermediaries, including online service providers and cyber cafes. Secure systems must reasonably prevent unauthorised access and misuse, operate reliably, perform intended functions and follow generally accepted security procedures.

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