How computing affects society

Question 1

Computer based implants

Answer 1

Computer based implants
(CBI) are microchips that
are any electronic device
that is implanted
surgically

Question 2

Wearable technology

Answer 2

Wearable technology is more
widespread than computer-based
implants, as no surgery is required.
e.g. Smartwatch

Question 3

Autonomous vehicles

Answer 3

An autonomous vehicle is a vehicle that is capable of sensing its environment and moving safely with little or no human input

Question 4

Cyber security

Answer 4

Cyber Security is the protection ofcomputer
systemsandnetworksfrom the theft of or
damage to theirhardware,software, ordata.

Question 5

White hat hacking

Answer 5

This is when a hacker
will attempt to hack systems
legally and for good reason

Question 6

Black hat hacking

Answer 6

This is a hacker that
breaks into networks with
criminal intentions, e.g. stealing
or modifying data

Question 7

Grey hat hacking

Answer 7

Often these are hackers
who are looking for vulnerabilities
in systems without the owner’s
permission or knowledge

Question 8

White box penetration test

Answer 8

Simulates a ‘malicious insider’, someone who could work for the company or who has inside knowledge of the system. All penetration tests are performed by white hat hackers.

Question 9

Black box penetration test

Answer 9

The tester acts like someone outside the company, simulating a black hat hacker. This helps test how secure the system is.