Lesson 3 Flashcards
What term is used for using another person’s work without giving proper credit?
Plagiarism
Which law protects the original works of creators or authors online?
Copyright Law
What does the term “Fair Use” refer to in the context of intellectual property?
It allows limited use of copyrighted material for educational and research purposes.
What is the illegal practice of reproducing software or digital files for personal gain called?
Piracy
What is “Freedom of Speech” in the context of internet use?
The right to express oneself freely online.
Which term refers to protecting personal data from unauthorized access online?
Personal Privacy
What type of software was used by the FBI that raised privacy concerns?
Carnivore software
What is unauthorized access to a computer system called?
Hacking/Cracking
What is the act of sending unsolicited emails known as?
Spamming
What is the illegal act of misappropriating someone’s identity online called?
Identity Theft
Proliferation of illegal, obscene and
indecent materials.
Child prostitution /pornography
What is the term for free access to scholarly resources on the internet?
Open Access
What is “Accessibility for the Handicapped” in relation to internet use?
Ensuring that information resources are available and usable for marginalized groups.
What is the term for the digital gap between the wealthy and the underprivileged?
Digital Divide
What is the primary concern with “Multilingualism” on the internet?
Most resources are predominantly in English, limiting access for non-English speakers.
What is “P2P networking” and how is it relevant to internet technologies?
Peer-to-Peer networking refers to the sharing of resources among users without a central server, enabling file sharing and distributed computing.
Which phrase describes the challenge of organizing and managing digital content online?
Management of Electronic Resources
An online communication where the user is hostile or insulting online messages.
Flaming
What is Internet Fraud?
Deceptive practices to obtain information illegally.
What does “Denial of Service” refer to?
Disabling services via viruses, malware, etc.
What is censorship in the context of internet use?
The regulation of online content, including blocking or filtering.
What does “Adhering to Standards” refer to in internet use?
The importance of compliance with Internet and web standards.
What is Information Permanence?
The fact that online information may be edited, deleted, or relocated.
What are Economic and Social Issues related to internet use?
The digital divide between rich and poor, exacerbated by commercialization and high costs.
