Long Test CMSC 315

What is the primary goal of privacy protection laws?

• To promote data sharing among businesses

• To restrict internet access globally

• To prevent misuse of personal data and ensure user consent

• To allow governments to monitor citizens

Which law gives EU citizens control over their personal data?

• HIPAA

• PIPEDA

• GDPR

• CCPA

The CCPA allows consumers to:

• Block advertisements on all platforms

• Know what data is collected and request its deletion

• Sue any company for collecting data

• Automatically encrypt their internet usage

HIPAA primarily protects:

• Social media activity

• Financial transactions

• Medical information

• Online shopping preferences

Which UK law governs data protection and privacy?

• GDPR

• CCPA

• Data Protection Act

• HIPAA

A major threat to online anonymity is:

• The lack of free Wi-Fi

• The increase in ad-blocker usage

• High internet bills

• The extensive digital footprint left on social media

Which of the following best describes a data breach?

• A network upgrade

• Unauthorized access to sensitive information

• A software update

• A slow internet connection

What is a common cause of data breaches?

• Fast servers

• Phishing attacks

• Complex passwords

• Frequent software updates

What is a major impact of data breaches?

• Free access to online services

• Longer website loading times

• Identity theft and financial loss

• Improved user interfaces

Companies like Facebook and Google use data primarily to:

• Delete user accounts

• Sell targeted advertisements

• Encrypt all user messages

• Prevent user tracking