Ethics Flashcards
(16 cards)
What does Ethical Conflict refer to?
Ethical conflict refers to workplace disagreements about what is morally right or wrong, often related to practices that may be legally or technically possible but are ethically questionable.
How does Ethical Conflict relate to computing?
In computing, this can involve issues like using user data without consent, installing software without the proper licenses, or engaging in unethical hacking activities.
What does the Electrical and Electronic Waste law require?
This law mandates businesses to offer ways for customers to return old electronics, ensuring proper recycling and disposal of electrical waste.
How does Electrical and Electronic Waste relate to computing?
In computing, this pertains to the disposal of old computers, printers, and other IT hardware, ensuring that they are recycled or reused in an environmentally friendly way.
What does the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act protect?
This act protects the intellectual property rights of creators over their original works, including software, designs, and other creative outputs.
What is the relation of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act to computing?
In computing, it ensures that software, images, music, and code are not copied or used illegally, thus safeguarding the rights of developers and creators.
What rights does the Consumer Rights Act give consumers?
“satisfactory quality” “pit for purpose”
The Consumer Rights Act establishes clear guidelines for consumer protection, ensuring that goods and services meet certain quality standards and that consumers are not misled.
How does the Consumer Rights Act apply to software in computing?
In computing, it ensures that software must be bug-free, fit for its intended purpose, and that updates do not break functionality.
What does the Computer Misuse Act criminalize?
This act criminalizes unauthorized access to computer systems, ensuring that hacking, data breaches, and other forms of digital trespassing are punishable by law.
What is the relation of the Computer Misuse Act to computing?
It covers activities like illegal hacking, creating malware, and launching denial-of-service attacks, making it an essential piece of legislation for securing digital systems.
What does the Equality Act prevent?
The Equality Act protects individuals from discrimination in the workplace based on factors like gender, race, disability, and other protected characteristics.
How does the Equality Act relate to computing?
It requires that IT systems be designed to be accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, and that employers offer equal treatment to all staff.
What does the Data Protection Act control?
This act governs the collection, storage, and processing of personal data, aiming to protect individuals’ privacy.
How does the Data Protection Act relate to computing?
It mandates practices like encryption, secure logins, and obtaining consent before collecting or processing personal data, ensuring that organizations comply with GDPR and other privacy standards.
What does the Consumer Credit Act regulate?
The Consumer Credit Act regulates the provision of credit and loans to consumers, ensuring transparency, fairness, and consumer protection in financial agreements.
How does the Consumer Credit Act relate to computing?
It is particularly relevant to online platforms that offer financial services, ensuring that they clearly display terms and securely store credit and payment data, protecting consumers from fraud.
