4.8 Consequences of Uses of Computing Flashcards
1
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Ethics vs Morals (3)
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- Morals = good or bad = personal
- Ethics = right or wrong = society
- Ethics > morals
2
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Social Consequences (4)
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- Tech could create divide between those who can afford tech & those who can’t
- Information rich vs info poor
- Easier communication over long distances
- Material (music) shared easier + cheaper
3
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Cultural Consequences (3)
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- Those who can afford ££/better tech vs those who can’t (education)
- Tech could help those disabled
- E.g. systems have been developed to assist motion-impaired people
- Tech made docs easier to forge
4
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Legislation (3)
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- Acts as a deterrent
- Sets clear acceptable limits
- Describes what unauthorised access actually is
5
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Computer Misuse Act: Protects from attacks by (4)
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- hackers
- fraud
- theft
- abuse
6
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Computer Misuse Act: Protects against (3)
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- Unauthorised access
- With intent to commit crime
- With intent to modify or delete
7
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Data Protection Act: All data must be (8)
+ Details (2)
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- Fairly and lawfully processed
- Processed for limited purposes
- Adequate, relevant and not excessive
- Accurate and up to date
- Not kept longer than necessary
- Processed in line with your rights
- Secure
- Not transferred to other countries without adequate protection
- Some exceptions (e.g. criminal)
- Some may charge for processing/mail fees
8
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Freedom of Information Act (2)
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- Public bodies have to by law release information to the public when requested
- May be charged
9
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Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (2)
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- Regulates powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance and investigation and covering the interception of communications
- Used to prevent crimes and gather evidence
10
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Health and Safety (5)
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- Trip hazards
- Ensure employees not sitting/staring at screens for too long
- Eye strain, backache
- Ensure regular screen breaks
- Ensure equipment adjustable
11
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Copyright Acts (2)
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- Copyright, Designs and Patents Act
- Creative Commons Licensing
