UK Computer Laws

In which year was the Computer Misuse Act passed?

• 2000
• 1989
• 1990
• 1988

Which of the following is not an offence under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Unauthorised access to someone else's files
• Copying software and trying to sell it to someone for a profit
• Unauthorised access to someone else's files with intent to commit further criminal offences
• Writing and distributing a virus

According to the Computer Misuse Act you are committing a crime if you use your friend’s username and password to log onto their account?

• True
• False

Organisations storing your data must...

• Keep it up to date
• Keep it for no longer than 5 years after your death
• Ask for more data than required
• Wait for you to contact them to ensure its accurate

Data must be stored...

• On a single CD
• With a password 6 characters long
• On a USB
• Securely

How many principles does the Data Protection Act have?

• 8
• 7
• 9
• 6

I have downloaded a film that is currently playing in the cinema from the internet. Is this Legally or Ethically wrong?

• Legal

• Ethical

Which act prevents people from being able to hack into someone's account and change their personal information?

• Data Protection Act

• Computer Misuse Act

• Copyright, Design and Patents Act

• Freedom of Information

Which act makes sure that companies have to store your personal information safely and make sure that it is up-to-date?

• Data Protection Act

• Computer Misuse Act

• Copyright, Design and Patents Act

• Freedom of Information Act

Which act makes sure that people who made something can receive credit for their work if someone else uses it?

• Data Protection Act

• Computer Misuse Act

• Copyright, Design and Patents Act

• Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act