Legal, Moral, Cultural and ethical issues - 1.5 Flashcards
Which acts concern the malicious use of computers?
The Computer Misuse Act 1990
Which act protects people’s property online?
The Copyright, Design and patents act 1988
Which act covers the use of personal data?
The data protection act 1998
Name two primary offenses under the computer misuse act 1990
- Unauthorised access to computer materials
- Unauthorised access with the intent to commit further offences
Which act covers investigation and surveillance by public bodies?
The Regulation of investigatory power act 2000
Which act prevents computer programs from being copied?
The Copyright, Design and patents act 1988
Give two uses of automated decision-making.
- plant automation systems
- driverless cars
- stock trading
Define artificial intelligence
The ability of computers to replicate human intelligence
What are expert systems?
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Give two uses of AI
- voice recognition
- Expert systems
State two negative environmental effects on computers
- Toxic e-waste contaminating water
- E-waste in third-world countries
- greenhouse gases from electricity consumption
E-waste is waste with electronical components
Give two ways in which technology can be used to protect the environment
- Sleep and stand-by features on devices
- Smart home systems
Smart home systems allow owners controls appliances such as thermostats and lights with a device
Define censorship
Censorship is the act of supressing the content of what people are able too view, publish or access
What is free internet?
Free internet is the idea of the internet, where nothing is flitered at all.
How is censorship used in schools?
Students may be prevent from accessing unsuitable material
