8. Consequences of Uses of Computing Flashcards
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Moral issues
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Issues that concern an individuals sense of right and wrong. Morals can be influenced by people around them (family, friends etc)
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Ethical Issues
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-Issues related to society’s sense of what is right and wrong.
-Society believes data should be stored securely.
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Cultural Issues
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- Difference in moral values between people in different geographic areas
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Legal Issues
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- issues related to the law
- Law makers find it difficult to enforce laws in the digital age as its hard to track crimes online.
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Examples of Laws for Computers
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- Computer Misuse Act
- Data Protection Act
- Freedom of Information Act
- General Data Protection Regulation
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Developments in Computer Science
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- Advancements in digital technologies has changed the way society communicates.
- Allows for the movement of personal data, sometimes against the will of society.
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Role of Computer Scientists
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- Computer scientists must be aware of the moral and social aspects of their work
- Make sure their systems assist and supports millions across the world.
