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Is accessing pornography on the Internet illegal?
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The MDA does not monitor or track users' access to any sites on the Internet and does not interfere with what individuals access in the privacy of their homes. We are primarily concerned with the purveyors and distributors of pornography. Unless you engage in such activities, the mere act of visiting such sites is not an offence.
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How can I apply for a job in the MDA?
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You can visit the Careers section for any available career opportunities. Alternatively, you can write in with your resume to Media Development Authority, Corporate Services Division at 3 Fusionopolis Way, #16-22 Symbiosis Singapore 138633.
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How can the MDA help me if I am in the media business?
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The MDA has established numerous funding to assist media professionals in their projects and businesses. For more information on the funding schemes, please go to our Schemes page to find out more.
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What types of Internet content is regulated and what is not regulated?
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Content on the Internet is not pre-censored by the MDA, nor are ISPs required to monitor the Internet. ISPs are currently only required to limit public access to some high-impact illegal sites as a statement of Singapore's social values. Internet Content Providers (ICPs) are required to exercise judgement with regard to content posted on the Internet according to the definition of what constitute prohibited material in the Internet Code of Practice. The MDA is concerned primarily with pornography, violence and the incitement of racial or religious hatred. The agency's purview only covers the provision of material to the public. Private communications, such as email and Internet Relay Chat between two individuals or parties are not covered. Users can freely access any material on the Internet in the privacy of their own home. The MDA also does not regulate what companies provide to their employees.
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Do I need to apply for a TV Licence?
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Radio and TV licences have been abolished with effect from 01 January 2011. You are no longer required to apply for a TV licence for the ownership or usage of any broadcasting apparatus (eg. TV sets or TV-enabled computers) in your premises. Please refer to additional FAQs under 'Abolishment of Radio and TV Licence'.
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