The Bigger Picture: Privacy

Question 1

Define Ethics

Answer 1

A set of moral principles that govern a person’s behaviour

Question 2

Define Privacy

Answer 2

the right to be left alone and free from unwanted scrutiny and intrusion

Question 3

Define Personal Data

Answer 3

information that is personal and unique to an individual

Question 4

What are some examples of personal data?

Answer 4

• where you live
• what you look like
• likes and dislikes

Question 5

What are some features of the UK Data Protection Act?

Answer 5

• data must be processed fairly and lawfully
• data must be accurate and up to date
• data must be kept secure

Question 6

What is the UK Data Protection Act?

Answer 6

controls how organizations and the government can use personal data

Question 7

Why do people voluntarily give information?

Answer 7

it enables an organization to understand their needs better and provide them with more personalized service

Question 8

Define Surveillance Technology

Answer 8

used to monitor and record people activities, often without their knowledge

Question 9

What are some examples of surveillance technology?

Answer 9

• CCTV
• drones
• numberplate recognition
• bugging
• tracking devices

Question 10

What is the Computer Misuse Act?

Answer 10

it identifies three types of illegal activity:

• unauthorized access to a computer material
• unauthorized access with intent to commit further offences
• intentional destruction of software and data