Lesson 4: Legal Ethical and Societal Issues in Media and Information

Question 1

bullying with the use of digital technologies. It can take place on social media, messaging platforms, gaming platforms and mobile phones. It is repeated behaviour, aimed at scaring, angering or shaming those who are targeted.

Answer 1

cyberbullying

Question 2

act requiring all elementary and secondary schools to adopt policies to prevent and address the acts of bullying in their institutions.

Answer 2

RA 10627 ANTI BULLYING ACT OF 2013

Question 3

unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems, networks, or data. It can be carried out for various reasons, including personal gain, political activism, or malicious intent.

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hacking

Question 4

type of cyberattack where attackers attempt to trick individuals into providing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or other personal details. This is typically done through fraudulent emails, messages, or websites that appear to be from legitimate sources.

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phishing

Question 5

unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of digital content, such as software, music, movies, books, or games. It typically involves copying and sharing these materials without permission from the copyright holders.

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digital piracy

Question 6

when someone unlawfully obtains and uses another person’s personal information, such as Social Security numbers, credit card details, or bank account information, to commit fraud or other crimes.

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identity theft

Question 7

involves making false statements about someone on the internet that damage their reputation.

Answer 7

cyber defamation

Question 8

Two Types of Defamation

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slander and libel

Question 9

defamatory statements made orally.

Answer 9

slander

Question 10

defamatory statements made in written or published form

Answer 10

libel

Question 11

creations of the mind that are legally protected from unauthorized use.

Answer 11

Intellectual property

Question 12

legal rights given to the inventor or creator to protect his invention or creation for a certain period of time.

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intellectual property rights

Question 13

legal right that grants the creator of original works of authorship exclusive control over the use and distribution of their work.

Answer 13

copyright

Question 14

sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one enterprise from those of other enterprises.

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trademark

Question 15

legal right granted to an inventor that gives them exclusive control over the use, production, and sale of their invention for a specified period. In exchange for this exclusive right, the inventor must publicly disclose the details of their invention.

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patent

Question 16

act of using someone else’s work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution or permission, presenting it as one’s own.

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plagiarism

Question 17

legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder, under specific conditions.

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fair use

Question 18

short for “network etiquette,” refers to the set of guidelines and norms for proper behavior and communication on the internet.

Answer 18

netiquette