Types of Information and Data protected by Legislation Flashcards
10.1 Key Requirements of legislation relating to the security of information and data (32 cards)
What is Information?
Data that is categorised or sorted into a format or has context that gives it meaning and makes it useful.
What is Data?
raw numbers, facts, sounds, images, words, etc. which on there own has no context or value.
What is Personal Data?
information that relates to an individual or their activities. It is also referred to as an identifier.
What is the definition of an identifyer?
A single piece of personal data that can be used to identify an individual.
What does the law require an individual to be?
Identified or identifiable directly form the information
OR
Indirectly identified or distinguished from other individuals or members of a group, from the information in combination with other information.
What are some examples of identifiers?
- full name
- address
- passport number
- driving licence number
- national insurance number
- job title.
Is there a definitive list of Identifiers?
No, they can include factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of an individual.
What are some examples of online identifiers?
- internet protocol (IP) adress
- email adress
- social media username
What is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?
The GDPR includes additional special categories of personal data. Includes:
- race
- ethnic background
- political opinions
- religious or philosophical beliefs
- trade union membership
- genetics
- biometrics
- health
- sex life
- sexual orientation
The special categories of personal data are protected under what act
The Equality Act 2010.
Why special categories of personal data protected?
This data is considered especially sensetive and can only be processed in limited circumstances.
What is client data?
Information about their client and customers that is collected, stored and used by organisations and businesses.
What are some examples of client data
- behavioural data e.g. how clients interact with the business.
- communication data e.g. how the client can be contacted
- demographic data e.g. clients income/education level.
- geographical data e.g. postcode/address
- transaction data e.g. client’s subscriptions, payments, and purchases.
Why is collecting client data helpful?
Allows the business to track client trends and understand the clinets preferences. These allow the business to improve client support, and provide tailored offers and traget marketing to promote their products and services.
What software so Large businesses use to store data?
customer relationship management software
why do many large businesses use software instead of spreadsheets to store client data?
They are GDPR compliant and capable of storing, organising and analysing large quantities of client data.
What is intellectual property?
all created information e.g. a catalogue, logo, livestock vaccines, etc. often referred to as an intangible asset.
Who can intellectual property by owned by
An individual, business or organisation who has specific rights and protection associated with ownership.
What is the role of the Intellectual Property Office (IPO)?
its role is to achieve a balance between protecting the creativity of innovators and the wider public interest.
What are Paterns?
Exclusive rights associated with inventions such as products or processess.
What legal rights do Patents provide owners with?
to prevent others from using the invention without the owners permission for a specific period of time.
What are patents granted under?
the patents act 1977.
How long does the patent grant last for?
5 years
How long can the patent grant be renewed for?
can be renewed for up to a maximum of 20 years.
