Safe Data Disposal Quiz

What is the main purpose of the legislation related to the safe disposal of data and computer equipment?

• To increase the cost of disposal

• To protect the environment and personal data

• To promote the sale of new equipment

• To encourage recycling

Which method involves writing over existing data with new data to ensure it cannot be recovered?

• Electromagnetic wipe

• Overwrite data

• Physical destruction

• Data encryption

What is an electromagnetic wipe used for?

• To physically destroy the hard drive

• To overwrite data with random characters

• To erase data using a strong magnetic field

• To encrypt data

Which of the following is a method of physical destruction of computer equipment?

• Shredding

• Overwriting

• Electromagnetic wiping

• Data encryption

What is the name of the UK legislation that governs the disposal of electronic waste?

• Data Protection Act

• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations

• Environmental Protection Act

• Computer Misuse Act

Why is it important to safely dispose of computer equipment?

• To save money

• To prevent data theft and environmental harm

• To increase the lifespan of the equipment

• To comply with international trade laws

Which of the following is NOT a method of data destruction?

• Overwriting

• Electromagnetic wiping

• Data encryption

• Physical destruction

What is the primary concern when disposing of data storage devices?

• The weight of the device

• The colour of the device

• The potential for data recovery

• The brand of the device

Which of the following is a benefit of using electromagnetic wiping?

• It is the cheapest method

• It is quick and effective for erasing data

• It physically destroys the device

• It increases the device's storage capacity

What is the main disadvantage of physical destruction of computer equipment?

• It is not effective

• It is expensive and not environmentally friendly

• It takes a long time

• It increases data recovery chances