Understanding Computing Legislation Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Data Protection Act 1998?

• To prevent hacking and unauthorised access to computer systems

• To protect personal data stored on computers and other systems

• To regulate the use of surveillance by public bodies

• To protect intellectual property rights

Which of the following is an offence under the Computer Misuse Act 1990?

• Copying software without permission

• Accessing a computer system without authorisation

• Sharing personal data without consent

• Monitoring communications without a warrant

The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 primarily protects:

• Personal data

• Computer systems from hacking

• Creative works and inventions

• Public surveillance activities

Under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, which of the following is regulated?

• The use of encryption software

• The copying of digital media

• The interception of communications

• The storage of personal data

Which Act requires organisations to keep personal data secure and up to date?

• The Computer Misuse Act 1990

• The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• The Data Protection Act 1998

• The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

What is a key feature of the Computer Misuse Act 1990?

• It allows for the legal interception of communications

• It makes unauthorised access to computer material illegal

• It protects the rights of authors and creators

• It mandates the secure storage of personal data

Which Act would be relevant if someone was caught distributing pirated software?

• The Data Protection Act 1998

• The Computer Misuse Act 1990

• The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 is often abbreviated as:

• DPA

• CMA

• CDPA

• RIPA

Which of the following is NOT a principle of the Data Protection Act 1998?

• Data must be processed fairly and lawfully

• Data must be kept for no longer than necessary

• Data must be shared freely with third parties

• Data must be accurate and up to date

What does the Computer Misuse Act 1990 aim to prevent?

• The unauthorised copying of creative works

• The unauthorised access and modification of computer data

• The misuse of personal data by organisations

• The interception of communications without consent