4.1-UK legislation

Question 1

DPA 2018

Answer 1

Protects the data of individuals
* data must be processed lawfully
* data must be relevant and not excessive
* data must be up to date

Question 2

(1990) Computer Misuse

Answer 2

punishes those who use a computer inapproriately
1. no unauthorised access to data
2. no unauthorised modification of data
3. no unauthorised access to data the could eb used for further illegal activities

Question 3

freedom of information act (2000)

Answer 3

allows for people to request public authorities to release information such as hospitals

Question 4

Copyright, designs and patents act (1988)

Answer 4

makes it a crimianal offense to copy work the is not your own without the permission of the creator