Year 8 Ethics EoU Test.

What is meant by the term ‘intellectual property’?

• Creations of the mind, such as inventions and artistic works
• Physical property owned by a business
• A type of computer storage
• A government database

What is the digital divide?

• The gap between those with and without access to digital technology
• A firewall preventing internet access
• A security feature in mobile phones
• A law about online privacy

What is one impact of frequent technology upgrades on the environment?

• Increased electronic waste
• Reduced energy consumption
• Less pollution
• More recycling

What is one impact of frequent technology upgrades on manufacturers?

• Higher profits due to increased sales
• Decreased demand for new products
• Reduced production costs
• Less need for research and development

What does the Information Commissioner do?

• Enforces data protection laws
• Develops new computer laws
• Sells personal data to companies
• Manages public records

What does the Data Controller do?

• Decides how personal data is used
• Controls computer hardware
• Encrypts passwords
• Monitors internet activity

Who is the Data Subject?

• The person whose data is collected
• The company collecting data
• A cybersecurity expert
• A government official

How can manufacturers reduce electricity use in electronic products?

• Using energy-efficient components
• Increasing screen brightness
• Adding more features
• Using larger batteries

Which is a principle of the Data Protection Act?

• Data must be used fairly and lawfully
• Companies can sell any collected data
• Data should be stored forever
• Data can be accessed by anyone

What does ‘public domain’ mean?

• A work is free to use by anyone
• A work is protected by copyright
• A work is sold online
• A work is only for private use