1.5.1 Computing related legislation

Question 1

DPA

Answer 1

The Data Protection Act 1998: “Legislation which protects individuals from unreasonable use of their store personal data.”

Question 2

CMA

Answer 2

The Computer Misuse Act 1990: “Legislation which defines electronic vandalism, unauthorised access to computer systems and theft of information.”

Question 3

CDPA

Answer 3

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1988: “Legislation which gives creators of literacy, dramatic, musical and artistic works the right to control the ways in which their material may be used.”

Question 4

RIPA

Answer 4

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000: “Legislation which regulates the powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance and investigation, and covering interception of communications.”