Quiz 5 - Ethical issues

E-commerce technology has eight unique features. Which of the following is NOT related?

• global reach

• hardware and software

• information richness

• ubiquity

What do social issues in e-commerce refer to?

• The impact of e-commerce on society, such as the digital divide/gap or changes in shopping behaviour.

• The cost of online advertising.

• The technical setup of online stores.

• The number of online transactions.

What is a political issue related to e-commerce?

• How governments regulate online transactions, data protection, and consumer rights.

• The popularity of online shopping.

• The speed of internet connections.

• The design of e-commerce websites.

What does GDPR stand for?

• General Data Protection Regulation

• Global Data Privacy Regulation

• General Digital Protection Rule

• Government Data Privacy Regulation

Imagine Henry is browsing through Netflix, and he notices that the platform suggests movies and shows based on his previous viewing habits. Which feature of e-commerce technology is implemented by these Netflix recommendations?

• Personalization

• Interactivity

• Social Technology

• Information Density

Imagine a popular e-commerce platform where customers receive personalized product recommendations based on their browsing history and previous purchases. However, this personalization raises concerns about the ethical implications of data usage. What is an ethical implication of "Personalization" in e-commerce technology?

• Privacy invasion/breach

• Fair access for all

• Use of outdated/wrong info

• Treating all customers fairly

What do information rights concern?

• The rights individuals have to protect their personal information in the digital environment.

• The rights businesses have to collect any data they want.

• The rights governments have to monitor online activity.

• The rights individuals have to access free internet.

How has technology impacted the way we handle data?

• It enables real-time data analysis

• It limits data access to authorized users only

• It complicates data storage methods

• It reduces the need for data security measures

What do consumers often lack regarding their data?

• Full knowledge of how their data will be used

• Access to the internet

• Ability to shop online

• Permission to use apps

What do property rights deal with in an online context?

• The ownership and protection of intellectual property

• The sale of physical goods

• The regulation of internet speed

• The design of websites