Social and ethical issues Flashcards
has the correct data been entered into the computer system?
reliability and integrity
Has somebody deliberately or accidentally changed the data?
reliability and integrity
Are there any inconsistencies in the data?
reliability and integrity
How trustworthy is the computer hardware?
reliability and integrity
How often does the hardware fail?
reliability and integrity
How trustworthy is data stored on the computer?
reliability and integrity
Is the data stored on the computer outdated?
reliability and integrity
How can the computer hardware be protected from damage or unauthorized modification?
security
How can the data be protected from being changed, deleted or copied by unauthorized people?
security
Who is allowed to access the hardware and the files stored on a computer?
security
How can we protect the computer systems from computer virus and other malware?
security
How can we protect the computer systems from hackers?
security
What data should be considered private and what shouldn’t?
privacy and anonymity
How can data be kept private?
privacy and anonymity
Is it acceptable (or to what extent is it acceptable) to reduce privacy for the purpose of public safety?
privacy and anonymity
How can intellectual property of people be protected?
intellectual property
What intellectual property issues are specifically related to IT?
intellectual property
What intellectual property rights do people have?
intellectual property