should the Internet be regulated: FOR
-internet is no different to other media: radio, TV, newspapers etc.
- internet has harmful offensive and illegal content
- children should be protected
- profit making organizations should share responsibility for policing the Internet they have created
should the Internet be regulated: AGAINST
- freedom of expression is an absolute right
- internet is different to other media, anyone can be an author and broadcaster
- internet grows too quickly for filtering to be effective
- censorship is bad for democracy
- parents should take more responsibility
should smart devices be continually recorded FOR
- data encryption makes it private
- voice input is convenient
- can assist disabled users
- intelligence may save lives
- if you have nothing to hide privacy is not an issue
- data is not recorded for other purposes
should smart devices be continually recorded AGAINST
- invasion of privacy
- TV may also be taking video footage
- data sent over the Internet for processing
- data may not be used just for the purpose intended
privacy issues of computer science
- number plate recognition
- face recognition
- electronic tagging
- cell location on GPS technology
- recording Internet browsing history
- retention of personal data
- smart listening devices
reasons for restricting access to the Internet and youtube
- limiting public exposure to confirm that may ignite social or political unrest
- preventing criticism of a ruler, government, or religion
- preventing violation of national laws
- preventing violations of hate speech, ethics, or morality based laws
how much energy do data centers consume
about 2% of global energy
old computing equipment is often shipped to countries w/
lower standards of disposal
- many people go through the waste to look for raw materials to recycle and sell
- this exposes them to dangerous chemicals and environments
harmful materials in computers
- dioxins
- chromium
- mercury
- cadmium
- radioactive isotopes
impact on customers regarding digital technology and banking
- no need to travel to the bank
- can access the bank 24/7
- can access the bank on mobile devices
- instant decisions on loans etc
- less personal service
- potentially open to hacking
impact on staff regarding digital technology and banking
- May lose jobs due to closure of the branch
- new types of jobs created
- new working practices to adopt or different skill set required
impact on bank as companies regarding digital technology and banking
-less overheads: utility bills, staff, rent etc
- targeted marketing to customers
- responsibilities for data protection
impact on local communities regarding digital technology and banking
- other shops may suffer, less revenue, less people in town centers
- small businesses rely on local service
- elderly and vulnerable
key stakeholders
- customers
- staff at company
- company director/stakeholders
- local community
what is the Data Protection Act
-2018
designed to protect an individuals personal data
-data must be processes lawfully, transparently
-only collected for specific purpose
-must be adequate, relevant
-accurate and up to date
-kept no longer than necessary
-must ensure appropriate security of personal data
-must be able to prove protection is sufficient
what is the Computer Misuse Act
-1990
Illegal to make any unauthorized access to data..
..with the intent to commit further offenses..
..with the intent to modify data, e.g virus
what is the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988
Illegal to copy, modify or distribute software, music etc. or other intellectual property without permission from author.
