Commentary: Laws imperative to curb Internet irregularities (2)

The Internet and social networking services like Sina Weibo, China's popular microblogging service, have broadened channels for people to make their voices heard and, in some cases, fulfill their rights of supervision.

Over the past month, the wrongdoings of more than ten officials have been exposed by Internet whistleblowers. These officials, whose transgressions have included sexual misconduct and the possession of unexplainable property and other assets, have been investigated and will be brought to justice accordingly.

But as Constitution researcher Yin Xiaohu said, the Internet is a double-edged sword. The positive effect of the Internet can easily slip into paralysis if its "negative effect" gains the upper hand.

Such negative factors as personal information theft and trading, online attacks and xenophobia have posed new challenges for the building of a healthy, positive cyber environment.

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