Chapter 4 MIS flashcards by anki gpt
What are ethics in the context of information systems?
Principles guiding behavior in the use of technology and information.
What is digital trust?
Confidence in an organization’s ability to protect data and ensure privacy.
What is the purpose of an ethical computer use policy?
To guide user behavior and ensure responsible use of computer systems.
What is click-fraud?
Illegally increasing advertising costs by repeatedly clicking a link.
What is an information privacy policy?
A document outlining how personal data is collected, used, and protected.
What is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?
A legal framework governing the use and protection of personal data in the EU.
What is an acceptable use policy (AUP)?
A policy that users must agree to follow in order to access systems or data.
What is cyberbullying?
Transmitting threats or defamatory remarks through the Internet.
What are spam and anti-spam policies?
Unsolicited emails; policies prevent the sending of spam.
What is social media monitoring?
Tracking and responding to what is being said about a company online.
What is workplace MIS monitoring?
Tracking employees’ activities, such as keystrokes or transactions, in the workplace.
What is information security?
Protecting information from misuse by insiders or outsiders.
What are black-hat hackers?
Hackers who break into systems for malicious purposes.
What is a denial-of-service (DoS) attack?
An attack that floods a system with requests, preventing legitimate access.
What are the three primary security areas?
Authentication, prevention, and resistance.
