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WorksheetsCyberspace Regulation & Digital Divide
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 5mins
Why do governments regulate cyberspace?
To monitor transactions on websites
To maintain the Internet
To protect users from harm and illegal activities
To control citizens' opinions
Why can excessive regulation of cyberspace be ethically problematic?
It decreases Internet speed
It may restrict free speech
It can improve online safety
It eliminates cybercrime
According to Lessig’s model, which of the following is NOT a mode of regulation?
Code (Architecture)
Law
Market
Culture
Which example BEST illustrates code (architecture) as a mode of regulation?
Software that automatically blocks access to certain websites
High prices discouraging illegal downloads
A law banning online piracy
Social disapproval of cyberbullying
Which situation reflects market-based regulation in cyberspace?
Website filters blocking content
Government fines for hacking
High subscription fees limiting access to online services
Community norms against cyber harrasment
Which of the following is an example of Digital Rights Management (DRM) in practice?
A website accessible without login
A music file that only plays on authorized accounts
A PDF file that can be freely copied
An open-source software license
Why is Digital Rights Management (DRM) sometimes considered ethically controversial?
It always fails to prevent piracy
It increases software price
It may restrict legitimate user rights, such as fair use
It reduces hardware and software compatibility
Which of the following is an example of online defamation?
Posting false statements that harm a person’s reputation
Blocking a user on social media
Sharing verified news articles
Posting a negative comment about a movie
Why is online censorship ethically controversial?
It always increases misinformation
It reduces Internet speed
It makes platforms safer
It may restrict freedom of expression and access to information
What does the digital divide mainly refer to?
Balance between online privacy and security
Differences in computer and smartphone brands
Unequal access to digital technologies and the Internet
Differences in hardware and software quality
Which factor commonly contributes to the digital divide within a country?
Income and education level
Screen size and resolution
Website design
Internet browser choice
Which action can help reduce the digital divide?
Increasing online advertisements
Restricting Internet usage
Offering affordable Internet access
Promoting more social media apps
Why does cybertechnology’s role in information access matter for democracy?
It increases entertainment options
It helps citizens make informed political decisions
It allows only government employees to access information
It reduces public discussion
What is a common ethical issue associated with outsourcing?
Job losses in the home country due to work being moved overseas
Higher labor cost and product prices
Reduced creativity and innovation
Increased employee salary and benefits
Why does globalization raise ethical concerns about employment?
It cuts off international trade
It may increase competition that displaces local workers
It reduces cultural diversity
It guarantees job security
