1.5.1 computing related legislation UNFINISHED

Question 1

Were there any legal provisions in UK law governing use and misuse of computer systems before 1990?

Answer 1

NO!
Until Computer Misuse Act 1990, there were no legal provisions in UK law governing use and misuse of computer systems.

Question 2

Why were further laws like Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 enacted?

Answer 2

• use of computers has become so widespread
• take into account technological growth + widespread use of encryption.

Question 3

What recent changes were made to The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), describe what standard was made and what this does to protect.

Answer 3

The GDPR in EU law creates a European standard to protect individuals and regulates how companies + organisations may collect, hold, and use personal data.

Question 4

Fill the Gap:
The Data Protection Act 2018 = UK’s implementation of ____.

Answer 4

The DPA 2018 = UK’s implementation of GDPR.

Question 5

Give the names of all legislation that exists

Answer 5

The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (use of copyrighted material)
The Data Protection Act 1998.
The Computer Misuse Act 1990.
The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000.