Consequences of computing

Question 1

What does Individual/Moral reasons mean

Answer 1

Issues with a person’s right or wrong
Does the technology protect individuals and their values

Question 2

What does Societal/Ethical reasons mean

Answer 2

Society collective sense of right and wrong
Shared moral code
Is the technology protecting society and its value

Question 3

What does Legal reasons mean

Answer 3

Relating to laws
Does the technology stick to the laws of the country its being used

Question 4

What does Cultural reasons mean

Answer 4

Different groups in society has different beliefs
Is technology being sensitive to these differences or assuming its the norm?

Question 5

What is the Data Protection Act

Answer 5

That data subjects have certain rights about the data being held about us.
Such as its security

Question 6

What is the Computer Misuse Act

Answer 6

To prevent hacking
Includes:
Hacking, spreading viruses, attempt to modify, attempt fraud

Question 7

What is the Freedom of Information Act

Answer 7

Extends the Data protection Act
Gives public the right to request any data

Question 8

What is the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act

Answer 8

Clarify the power government agency have when investigating cyber crimes

Question 9

What is the Copyrights, Designs and Patents Act

Answer 9

Act protects creators of content.
Protects their work being copied, adapted, or rented