GCSE COMP 1 UNIT 7 1 Investigating Technologies.

What is ethics primarily concerned with in the context of computer science?

• Whether something is legal or illegal

• Whether something is morally right or wrong

• The speed of internet connections

• The technical feasibility of solutions

Which of the following is considered an ethical issue, though not illegal?

• Using encryption

• Watching videos online

• Online shopping

• Jumping a queue

What does the law often struggle to keep up with?

• The speed of internet services

• The development of computing technologies

• The price of computer hardware

• The demand for new gadgets

Who is mentioned as having concerns about the way social media networks are built?

• Craig

• The inventor of the internet

• Sir Tim Berners-Lee

• Amber Rudd

What is a typical argument for internet regulation?

• The internet should be free of any regulation

• The internet is too large to regulate

• Social networks should share responsibility for policing content

• Censorship is good for democracy

What is a concern raised by those against internet regulation?

• Automatic filtering is highly effective

• The internet is too small to matter

• Freedom of expression is an absolute right

• Social networks cannot make profits

What did Sir Tim Berners-Lee say about undermining encryption?

• It's a good idea for security

• It would represent a massive security breach

• It has no serious consequences

• It's necessary for catching terrorists

What ethical question is raised about social media and teenagers?

• Should teenagers be allowed unlimited screen time?

• Is the impact on mental health a reason to prevent usage under 18?

• Are teenagers responsible for internet piracy?

• Should teenagers be taught coding?

What is a potential ethical issue with DNA sequencing?

• It can be used for online shopping

• It is too expensive to consider

• It has no ethical implications

• It should be kept on an international database for crime prevention

Is trolling ever considered acceptable?

• Only during online gaming

• No, it is never acceptable

• Only if it's funny

• Yes, in all circumstances