Understanding Shared Data and Its Implications

This video tutorial explores the implications of digital systems, focusing on data sharing. It covers how data is shared, including location-based data, cookies, and transactional data. The video discusses the benefits and drawbacks of shared data, emphasizing the importance of responsible data use. It also highlights ethical and legal considerations, such as privacy and the Data Protection Act, recently updated to GDPR.

What is one of the main objectives of learning about shared data?

• To learn about the history of digital systems

• To explain how data is shared, including location-based and transactional data

• To develop new social media platforms

• To understand how to create digital games

Which of the following is an example of using location-based data?

• Using GPS for navigation in apps like Uber

• Storing your login details on a website

• Saving your favorite music playlist

• Tracking your online shopping history

What is a session cookie?

• A cookie that stores your payment information

• A cookie that remains on your computer permanently

• A cookie that is deleted once you leave a website

• A cookie that tracks your physical location

How do persistent cookies benefit users?

• They provide real-time traffic updates

• They allow users to stay logged in on websites

• They help users find nearby restaurants

• They enable users to share documents online

What type of data is generated during a transaction?

• Cookie data

• Social media data

• Location-based data

• Transactional data

Which piece of information is typically recorded in a transactional data set?

• User's browsing history

• Date and time of purchase

• User's GPS location

• User's favorite color

What is a benefit of shared data in communication services?

• It limits access to information

• It requires extensive training

• It allows multiple people to work on the same document

• It increases the cost of services

What is a potential drawback of sharing data with untrustworthy companies?

• Improved customer service

• Enhanced data privacy

• Loss of control over personal data

• Increased data security

What is the main purpose of the Data Protection Act?

• To encourage data sharing without restrictions

• To protect data and ensure it follows certain principles

• To allow companies to sell data freely

• To eliminate the need for data storage

What ethical consideration should be taken into account when sharing data?

• Ensuring data is misleading

• Ignoring user consent

• Respecting user privacy and confidentiality

• Sharing data with everyone