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should the Internet be regulated: FOR

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-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

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should the Internet be regulated: AGAINST

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  • 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
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should smart devices be continually recorded FOR

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  • 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
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should smart devices be continually recorded AGAINST

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  • 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
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privacy issues of computer science

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  • number plate recognition
  • face recognition
  • electronic tagging
  • cell location on GPS technology
  • recording Internet browsing history
  • retention of personal data
  • smart listening devices
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reasons for restricting access to the Internet and youtube

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  • 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
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how much energy do data centers consume

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about 2% of global energy

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old computing equipment is often shipped to countries w/

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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

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harmful materials in computers

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  • dioxins
  • chromium
  • mercury
  • cadmium
  • radioactive isotopes
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impact on customers regarding digital technology and banking

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  • 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
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impact on staff regarding digital technology and banking

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  • May lose jobs due to closure of the branch
  • new types of jobs created
  • new working practices to adopt or different skill set required
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impact on bank as companies regarding digital technology and banking

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-less overheads: utility bills, staff, rent etc
- targeted marketing to customers
- responsibilities for data protection

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impact on local communities regarding digital technology and banking

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  • other shops may suffer, less revenue, less people in town centers
  • small businesses rely on local service
  • elderly and vulnerable
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key stakeholders

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  • customers
  • staff at company
  • company director/stakeholders
  • local community
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what is the Data Protection Act

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-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

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what is the Computer Misuse Act

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-1990
Illegal to make any unauthorized access to data..
..with the intent to commit further offenses..
..with the intent to modify data, e.g virus

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what is the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988

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Illegal to copy, modify or distribute software, music etc. or other intellectual property without permission from author.