Legislation

Question 1

What year was the data protection act?

Answer 1

1998

Question 2

What are the principles of the data protection act?

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Answer 2

Personal data should be obtained lawfully.
Data shouldn’t be excessive.
Data should be accurate and kept up to date.
Data shouldn’t be kept longer than needed.
Data needs to be protected.
Data can’t be transferred to other countries outside EU.

Question 3

Why was the data protection act needed?

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Answer 3

When data was physical it was easy to steal.

Records are now easily stored and are easy to access online.

Question 4

What rights do individuals have under the data protection act?
(3)

Answer 4

The right to access their own personal data.
The right to prevent processing that is likely to cause damage or distress.
The right to have data corrected, blocked or erased if it’s inaccurate.

Question 5

In the data protection act what data must be provided to the information commissioner?
(5)

Answer 5

A description of the data to be processed.
The purpose of processing the data.
Anyone who may see the data.
Details of which countries the data would be transferred to.
Details of the security measures.

Question 6

What year was the copyright, designs and patents act.

Answer 6

1980

Question 7

What is protected by copyright?

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Answer 7

Literacy, dramatic and musical works.
Artistic works, including buildings, photos and artistic craftsmanship.
Sound recordings and films.

Question 8

What year was the computer misuse act?

Answer 8

1990

Question 9

What new offences did the computer misuse act cover?

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Answer 9

Unauthorised access to computer material.
Unauthorised access with intent to commit or facilitate a crime.
Unauthorised modification of computer material.

Question 10

What did the computer misuse act make illegal?

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Answer 10

Gain unauthorised access to computer material.
Access material with the intent to commit offences.
Carry out unauthorised modification of computer material.

Question 11

How does the computer misuse act protect organisations’ data?
(3)

Answer 11

Hackers can now be prosecuted if they attempt to access a computer system.
Hackers can be in any country and still get prosecuted.
People who spread viruses can also be prosecuted.

Question 12

What year was the electronic communications act?

Answer 12

2000

Question 13

What is the main aim of the electronic communications act?

Answer 13

The main aim is to facilitate electronic communication and electronic data storage.

Question 14

How does the electronic communications act meet it’s main aim?

Answer 14

Set ups register of approved providers of encryption services and making electronic signatures legally binding.

Question 15

Why was the electronic communications act written?

Answer 15

To help build confidence in electronic commerce and the technology underlying it.

Question 16

When was the health and safety at work act passed?

Answer 16

1974

Question 17

What does the health and safety at work act state that an employer must do?
(8)

Answer 17

Provide adjustable screens.
Provide anti-glare screen filters.
Provide adjustable chairs.
Provide foot supports.
Provide sufficient work space.
Have suitable lighting.
Train employees how to use work stations.
Ensure employees have sufficient breaks.

Question 18

What year was the health and safety regulations act?

Answer 18

1992

Question 19

What is the point of the health and safety regulations act?

Answer 19

To protect employees whose work involves regular computer use.

Question 20

What did the health and safety regulations act require employers to do?
(3)

Answer 20

Analyse workstations and reduce risk.
Ensure workstations meet minimum requirements.
Provide health and safety training to ensure employees can use their workstation safely.

Question 21

What are the penalties for breaching the Copyright, Designs and Patents act? (3)

Answer 21

Magistrates court - up to six months imprisonment and/or a fine of up to £5000.
Crown court - up to two years imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine.
As well as the criminal offences, the copyright owner could still sue as well.

Question 22

What are penalties for breaching the Data Protection act?

Answer 22

Fines of up to £5000.

Question 23

What is copyright?

Answer 23

The exclusive right where by a person or organisation assumes rights in relation to literacy/musical/artistic works, etc.

Question 24

What are the penalties for breaching the Computer misuse act? (2)

Answer 24

Up to 10 years in prison and/or an unlimited fine for the most serious breach.
Up to 6 months in prison and/or a hefty fine for the least serious breach.

Question 25

What are the penalties for breaching the health and safety at work act?

Answer 25

An unlimited fine and/or up to two years in prison for the most serious breach.

Question 26

What are the penalties for breaching the health and safety regulations act?

Answer 26

Fines of up to £20,000