1.6 - ethics Flashcards
1
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what is the data protection act 2018
A
protects individuals data from being collected for the wrong purpose, or for too long, or wrong, or be leaked
2
Q
what is the computer misuse act 1990
A
stops people using computers for illegal stuff like malware or fraud
3
Q
what is the copyright designs and patents act 1988
A
illegal to copy peoples work without permission
4
Q
what does it mean to have a software licence
A
you can use that software legally
5
Q
what is the difference between open source and proprietary
A
open source means anyone can use it, redistribute it or change the code, proprietary means its owned by one person or company
