Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a key aspect of privacy?
What does unintended leakage of information represent?
What type of technology creates risks related to privacy?
Government and private databases
Video surveillance decreases privacy.
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What is data mining?
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Which country was the first to widely implement camera surveillance to deter crime?
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People are always aware of data being collected about them.
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The concept of __________ refers to government requests for sensitive personal data held by businesses.
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What is the risk associated with being constantly connected online?
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Study Notes
Privacy and Cybersecurity Overview
- Discusses the intersection of privacy and computer technology within the context of ethics.
- Focus on the implications of surveillance technologies, privacy risks, and the role of government and business in data protection.
Key Aspects of Privacy
- Encompasses freedom from intrusion and control over personal information.
- Emphasizes the importance of freedom from surveillance, which includes tracking and monitoring activities.
Privacy Risks
- Identifies various categories of privacy threats:
- Intentional use of personal information by institutions.
- Unauthorized access or release of data by insiders.
- Information theft and inadvertent leakage.
- Personal actions that may compromise privacy.
Technology and Privacy Risks
- New technologies introduce additional risks:
- Extensive government and private databases.
- Advanced surveillance tools and data analysis methods.
- Vulnerabilities inherent in data storage and management.
Invisible Information Gathering
- Describes the covert collection of personal data without user consent.
- Example: Google tracking users' search activities without explicit knowledge.
Secondary Use of Information
- Refers to the practice of utilizing personal information for purposes other than its original intent, such as selling data to third parties.
Sensor Device Capture
- Highlights the capabilities of sensors to track location and gather various types of data, including audio and video.
Video Surveillance and Facial Recognition
- The dual impact of security cameras: they enhance security but diminish privacy.
- Case study: In 2001, police in Tampa scanned faces at the Super Bowl without informing attendees, leading to public concern.
Trends in Surveillance
- Some cities have expanded surveillance camera programs, while others have abandoned them due to ineffective crime reduction.
- Alternatives to surveillance, such as improved lighting and police patrolling, are often advocated.
Historical Context of Surveillance
- England pioneered extensive public surveillance with millions of cameras, leading to reported abuses in camera operations.
Data Mining
- Process involves analyzing large data sets to identify patterns and extract new information.
- Computer matching combines data from various databases to create profiles or conduct comparisons.
Impact of Digital Connectivity
- Continuous online presence results in the recording of all user activities and retention of vast data volumes.
- Many users remain unaware of the extent of data collection.
Implications of Information Collection
- Aggregation of seemingly minor data can create detailed user profiles.
- Re-identification of individuals from broad data sets is increasingly feasible due to advanced data retrieval tools.
Data Protection Challenges
- Governments can compel businesses to release sensitive personal information, highlighting the inadequacy of direct personal data protection.
- People rely on organizations to safeguard their personal information, raising concerns about corporate responsibility.
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Description
This quiz explores concepts presented in Lecture 2 of 'Computer Ethics: A Gift of Fire' by Sara Baase. It focuses on critical issues related to privacy and cybersecurity, offering insights into ethical considerations in today's digital age. Prepare to delve into important topics that shape our understanding of ethical practices in technology.
