Issues Flashcards
What is meant by Internet censorship?
When what people can access on the Internet is controlled.
What is meant by computer surveillance?
When someone monitors what other people are accessing on the Internet.
What is cyberbullying?
The use of social media to deliberately cause someone else harm
What is trolling?
Trying to cause online arguments.
What is a cause of eyestrain?
Looking at a device’s screen for too long.
What can cause RSI (Repeated Strain Injury)?
Repeated movements such as typing on a keyboard.
What can cause back problems?
Sitting at a computer for too long.
When was the Data Protection Act passed?
1998
What does the Data Protection Act do?
It is made up of 8 principles that give rights to data subjects, people whose personal data is stored on computer systems.
When was the Freedom of Information Act passed?
2000
What does the Freedom of Information Act allow?
Members of the public to access information held by a public organisation about that organisation’s activities.
When was the Computer Misuse Act passed?
1990
Why was the Computer Misuse Act introduced?
To stop hacking and cyber crime
What is meant by copyright?
A way of protecting intellectual property
When was the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act introduced?
1988
