1.5.1 Computing related legislation Flashcards
1
Q
what are the legislations?
A
-the Data Protection Act 1998
-the Computer Misuse Act 1990
-the Copyright Design and Patents Act 1988
-the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000
2
Q
what is the data protection act?
A
it controls how your personal information is used by companies and the UK government
3
Q
what is the computer misuse act?
A
it makes it illegal for anyone to break into a computer system or to change programs/data without permission
4
Q
what is the copyright, designs and patents act?
A
it makes it illegal to copy any work without the owner or copyright holder’s permission
5
Q
what is the regulation of investigatory powers act?
A
it provides certain bodies the right to monitor communications and internet activities
