P & E Flashcards
Name four pieces of legislation
Computer Misuse Act 1990
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988
Data Protection Act 2018
Consumer Rights Act 2015
What does the Computer Misuse Act 1990 cover?
It makes using someone’s computer without their permission, use and distribution of computer viruses and accessing someone else’s computer with malicious intent illegal.
What does the DPA 2018 (Data Protection Act) make illegal?
Collecting users data without their consent
Failing to alert authority in regards to data breaches
Not keeping data secure
What does the Consumer Rights Act 2015 cover?
It gives consumers the right to return faulty goods and receive a refund.
It also should give consumers protection when buying goods.
Clear information about goods and services.
The right to a repair or replacement if goods are faulty.
What does the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 cover?
It should give designers and inventors property rights over their intellectual property.
Moral rights of creators, including the right to be identified as the author of a work and to object to derogatory treatment of their work.
Protection for designs, including registered and unregistered design rights.
Patent protection for new inventions, processes, and products.
What does the Display Screen Equipment Regulations (1992) cover?
The DSER (1992) aim to protect workers from issues that occur due to sitting in front of a computer for too long.
They require employers to:
Provide Regular Breaks
Give eye tests to employees
Make ergonomic workstations (Adjustable chairs)
Offer training to staff on how to safely use equipment.
Name two professional bodies in the Computing field
BCS - British Computer Society
IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
What are the advantages of being part of a Computing Professional Body?
Access to professional development resources, promotes specialist groups to members, gives a member a better chance of being hired by a company, gives leadership opportunities & Networking opportunities with other professionals in the field.
BCS VS IEEE
The BCS is based in the U.K whereas the IEEE is global.
The BCS covers strictly IT professionals whereas the IEEE cover a broad spectrum of engineering professionals.
Who are the BCS?
The British Computer Society (UK) are a UK based professional body designed for anyone in IT professions. The BCS are dedicated to promoting and advancing the computing and related fields. They offer to their members: professional development tools, networking opportunities and leadership opportunities. They are also known to play a role in setting standards in the field and promoting ethical practices in the IT field.
Who are the IEEE?
The Institution of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) are a global professional body which cover a wide area of engineering professions. They are dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. They offer to members: technical journals, conferences and providing educational materials to help CPD.
How do the BCS expect their members to act (Code of Conduct)?, think of some points
- Members should act with integrity and be honest in professional relationships.
- Members should strive to maintain and enhance their professional competence through CPD.
- Members should treat others with respect, fairness, and dignity, regardless of differences in race, gender, religion, or other characteristics.
- Members should consider the broader societal implications of their work and prioritize the public interest in all decision-making processes.
- Members should respect the confidentiality of information entrusted to them and only disclose such information when authorized or required by law.
- Members should comply with relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards, and report any unethical or unlawful behavior
- Members should take responsibility for their actions and decisions, ensuring that they are consistent with ethical principles and professional standards.
