1.5.1 Computing Related Legislation

Question 1

Data Protection Act 1998

Answer 1

Protects individuals from unreasonable use and store of their personal data

E.g,
Must not be held for longer than necessary
Must be kept secure
Must only be used for the purpose is was collected for
Must be accurate and up to date
Ext…

Question 2

The Computer Misuse Act 1990

Answer 2

Designed to prevent unauthorised access or ‘hacking’ of programs or data

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

Protects the creators of books, music, video and software form having their work illegally copied

Question 4

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

Answer 4

Regulates the powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance and investigation and covers the interception of communications

• Enables mass surveillance of communications in transit
• Enables certain public bodies to demand someone hands over keys to protected information
• Allows certain public bodies to monitor people’s internet activities