Impacts Of Digital Technology Definitions Flashcards
Define ethical
The idea of right and wrong which people should behave. This is not the same as what is legal or illegal, but the idea of always doing the right thing
(The idea of what is right or wrong, not involving legality)
Define Legal
A set of rules which lay out behaviours which are not allowed and the punishments for breaking these rules. Laws vary from country to country, with new laws being made and existing ones being updated
(A set of rules which lay out behaviours that are allowed and the punishments for breaking these rules. These vary from country to country)
Define cultural
A set of behaviours and expectations which people accept as being normal and expected within their daily lives. These aren’t enforced by law, and don’t have anything to do with ethics but are how people expect things should be
Define environmental
Matters relating to the natural world around us and making sure we take good care of things like animals, our atmosphere and our planet as a whole.
What is the data protection act (2018)
A law in the UK which governs the processing of personal data. It outlines the requirements for organisations who handle data and the rights of those who provide the data.
What is the computer misuse act (1990)
A law in the UK which makes misuse of computer systems illegal if certain criteria are met.
What is the copyright and designs and patents act (1998)
A law in the UK which provides protection in law for works and materials. The act explains what protections are available, and what steps need to be taken to register for these protections
What is software license
The right for an organisation or user to use a piece of computer software. The license is an agreement between the person or organisation who made the software and those using it and lays out rules or restrictions associated with use. The user may have to pay a fee or subscription for this use.
What is open source software
Software where the code is made available to the public to view or edit as they wish. Open source software is normally free for everyone to use
What is proprietary software
Software where the source code is owned by a person or organisation and is not available to the public.
