Understanding Legal Aspects of IT Services

Which Act makes it an offence to send letters or other communications with the intent to cause distress or anxiety?

• Computer Misuse Act 1990

• Malicious Communications Act 1988

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• Data Protection Act 2018

Which of the following is protected under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988?

• Computer viruses

• Original literary works, including software

• Personal data

• Malicious emails

What is the main purpose of the Computer Misuse Act 1990?

• To regulate email marketing

• To prevent unauthorised access to computer systems

• To protect physical property

• To control copyright infringement

Which regulation specifically addresses the legal protection of computer programs as literary works?

• Malicious Communications Act 1988

• Copyright (Computer Programs) Regulations 1992

• Computer Misuse Act 1990

• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2011

Sending threatening or indecent messages electronically can be prosecuted under which Act?

• Computer Misuse Act 1990

• Malicious Communications Act 1988

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• Data Protection Act 2018

Which of the following is NOT a legal implication of hacking under UK law?

• Unauthorised access to computer material

• Sending marketing emails without consent

• Unauthorised modification of computer material

• Unauthorised access with intent to commit further offences

Which Act governs the use of cookies and similar technologies on websites in the UK?

• Computer Misuse Act 1990

• Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) (Amendment) Regulations 2011

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• Malicious Communications Act 1988

Under the Computer Misuse Act 1990, which of the following is an offence?

• Copying a book without permission

• Gaining unauthorised access to a computer system

• Sending unsolicited marketing emails

• Using someone’s photograph without consent

Which Act provides the legal framework for protecting the intellectual property rights of software developers in the UK?

• Malicious Communications Act 1988

• Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988

• Computer Misuse Act 1990

• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2011

What is the maximum penalty for unauthorised access to computer material under the Computer Misuse Act 1990?

• 6 months imprisonment and/or a fine

• 2 years imprisonment and/or a fine

• 10 years imprisonment and/or a fine

• Life imprisonment