1.5.1 - Computer related legislation

Question 1

Data protection act 1998

Answer 1

• anyone who stores personal details must keep them secure.
• companies must have security systems to keep this in place
• data processed fairly
• data must be retained for no longer tha necessary
• Data must be kept secure
• halded in accordance to peoples rights

Question 2

The computer misuse act 1990

Answer 2

Prevent unauthorised hacking or access of programs or data

offences:

• unauthorised access to computer material
• unauthorised access with intent to commit a crime
• unauthorised modification of computer material

Question 3

The copyright design and patents act 1988

Answer 3

Protect createdors of books, media and software from having their work stolen

Question 4

The regulation of Investigatory powers act 2000

Answer 4

regulated the power of public bodies to carry out surveilence and interception of communication
enables certain public bodies to dmenad isp to provide communication log of customers
monitor people internets activities