18 Questions
What is a Professional Code of Ethics?
The principles and core values essential to a particular occupational group
What does a Breach of Contract refer to?
The failure of one party to meet the terms of a contract
Which term defines the failure to act as a reasonable person would act?
Professional Malpractice
What is the purpose of a Policy in an organization?
To outline the guidelines and standards to be followed by the organization
What does the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act criminalize?
Bribery of foreign officials or political party members
Which term refers to an agreed-upon set of skills and abilities that licensed professionals must possess?
Body of Knowledge
What is the duty of care in the context of IT ethics?
The obligation to protect people against any unreasonable harm or risk
What is the main purpose of a firewall in IT security?
To limit access to the company's network based on Internet-usage policy
What do policies represent in organizations?
Guidelines and standards by which the organization must abide
What is a conflict of interest?
A conflict between an individual's self-interest and the interests of a client
What does compliance refer to in an organizational context?
Being in accordance with established policies, guidelines, specifications, or legislation
What is fraud in the context of IT ethics?
The crime of obtaining goods, services, or property through deception or trickery
What is the purpose of an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)?
To outline restrictions and practices for using organizational computing resources
What does a Material Breach of Contract refer to?
Failure to perform obligations that destroy the essence of the contract
What is the definition of Negligence in the context of ethical issues?
Not doing what a reasonable person would do, or doing what they would not do
In IT security, what does the term 'firewall' typically refer to?
A tool or software used to prevent unauthorized access to a network
What does Bribery involve in the contexts of business and government?
Providing money, property, or favors to gain business advantage
Which best describes the role of an Information Security (infosec) Group within an organization?
Managing processes, tools, and policies to counter threats to digital information
Test your knowledge on BSA (The Software Alliance), a trade group representing the world's largest software and hardware manufacturers, and internal conflict processes within organizations. This quiz covers Chapter 2 on Ethics for IT Workers and IT Users.
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