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Defamation[]

A conduit is a neutral distribution mechanism, such as a telephone line or computer network, that is used to disseminate a defamatory statement. Generally, someone who acts as a "mere conduit" is not liable for the defamatory statements made by a third party user of that conduit.

Telecommunications[]

A conduit is a piping system used for protection and routing of fiber optic and other telecommunications cable.