IMPACTS OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ON WIDER SOCIETY computing GCSE EDUQAS

Impacts of computer systems

The ethical, legal, cultural, environmental, and privacy issues associated with the use of computer systems.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

A regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy that governs the processing of personal data.

Data Protection Act 2018

UK legislation that updates data protection laws to be in line with GDPR and provides guidelines for data handling.

Computer Misuse Act 1990

UK law that makes it illegal to access or modify computer systems without authorization.

Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988

UK law that provides protection for original works, designs, and inventions, ensuring creators have rights over their work.

Creative Commons Licensing

A licensing system that allows creators to share their work legally while retaining certain rights.

Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000

UK law that regulates the powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance and investigation.

Telecommunications Regulations Act 2000

Legislation that governs the provision of telecommunications services in the UK.

Freedom of Information Act 2000

UK law that gives the public the right to access information held by public authorities.

Professional standards in computing

The importance of adhering to formal and informal codes of ethical behavior and conduct in the computing profession.