Legal requirements P.2 Flashcards
1
Q
List three reasons why people illegally download files. (p. 289)
A
- It is very quick and easy to download music/movies/files via the
internet. - They do not want to pay for the file.
- They can’t afford it.
2
Q
Identify a situation where downloading a file may be legal. (p. 289)
A
When a user has paid for software, they are given a URL to access the files to download.
3
Q
Name the Act outlining laws about copyright in Australia. (p. 289)
A
The Copyright Act of 1968 (Cth) describes copyright regulations, with violations potentially leading to fines or imprisonment. The Copyright Act categorizes computer software as a ‘literary work.’
4
Q
Define “copyright”. (p. 289)
A
Copyright is a law that gives the owner of a work the right to say how other
people can use it.
