issues Flashcards
should the Internet be regulated: FOR
-internet is no different to other media: radio, TV, newspapers etc.
- internet has harmful offensive and illegal content
- children should be protected
- profit making organizations should share responsibility for policing the Internet they have created
should the Internet be regulated: AGAINST
- freedom of expression is an absolute right
- internet is different to other media, anyone can be an author and broadcaster
- internet grows too quickly for filtering to be effective
- censorship is bad for democracy
- parents should take more responsibility
should smart devices be continually recorded FOR
- data encryption makes it private
- voice input is convenient
- can assist disabled users
- intelligence may save lives
- if you have nothing to hide privacy is not an issue
- data is not recorded for other purposes
should smart devices be continually recorded AGAINST
- invasion of privacy
- TV may also be taking video footage
- data sent over the Internet for processing
- data may not be used just for the purpose intended
privacy issues of computer science
- number plate recognition
- face recognition
- electronic tagging
- cell location on GPS technology
- recording Internet browsing history
- retention of personal data
- smart listening devices
reasons for restricting access to the Internet and youtube
- limiting public exposure to confirm that may ignite social or political unrest
- preventing criticism of a ruler, government, or religion
- preventing violation of national laws
- preventing violations of hate speech, ethics, or morality based laws
how much energy do data centers consume
about 2% of global energy
old computing equipment is often shipped to countries w/
lower standards of disposal
- many people go through the waste to look for raw materials to recycle and sell
- this exposes them to dangerous chemicals and environments
harmful materials in computers
- dioxins
- chromium
- mercury
- cadmium
- radioactive isotopes
impact on customers regarding digital technology and banking
- no need to travel to the bank
- can access the bank 24/7
- can access the bank on mobile devices
- instant decisions on loans etc
- less personal service
- potentially open to hacking
impact on staff regarding digital technology and banking
- May lose jobs due to closure of the branch
- new types of jobs created
- new working practices to adopt or different skill set required
impact on bank as companies regarding digital technology and banking
-less overheads: utility bills, staff, rent etc
- targeted marketing to customers
- responsibilities for data protection
impact on local communities regarding digital technology and banking
- other shops may suffer, less revenue, less people in town centers
- small businesses rely on local service
- elderly and vulnerable
key stakeholders
- customers
- staff at company
- company director/stakeholders
- local community
what is the Data Protection Act
-2018
designed to protect an individuals personal data
-data must be processes lawfully, transparently
-only collected for specific purpose
-must be adequate, relevant
-accurate and up to date
-kept no longer than necessary
-must ensure appropriate security of personal data
-must be able to prove protection is sufficient
