Written by a scholar well-regarded in the field of Islamic finance and commercial law, this book gives a practical and enlightening comparison of Islamic and modern legal principles as they may apply to the field of e-commerce. Part 1 of the book sets out the general principles of e-commerce law, which includes ethics in e-commerce and the sources of e-commerce law. Part 2 discusses practical matters such as Internet marketing and advertising, virtual stores and payment systems as well as personal rights and the protection of privacy.

The practices of e-commerce law are explored in Part 3. These include the components of an e-contract, the principles governing data protection and the concept and practical application of digital signatures. Part 4 surveys offences and liabilities in e-commerce, particularly the problem with hackers and torts in e-commerce dealings.