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What is the primary focus of data privacy?
What is the primary focus of data privacy?
- To enhance data collection practices
- To promote data sharing among organizations
- To protect personal data from unauthorized access (correct)
- To simplify user registration processes
Why do online users wish to control personal data collection?
Why do online users wish to control personal data collection?
- To increase the popularity of data sharing
- To improve digital marketing strategies
- To protect their privacy and data information (correct)
- To enhance collaborative online experiences
What often compromises user privacy according to the discussion?
What often compromises user privacy according to the discussion?
- Inadequate safeguards around collected data (correct)
- Use of encryption in online transactions
- Excessive government regulations
- Robust safety measures in applications
How do organizations demonstrate trustworthiness regarding personal data?
How do organizations demonstrate trustworthiness regarding personal data?
What is considered a fundamental human right in many jurisdictions?
What is considered a fundamental human right in many jurisdictions?
What can be a consequence for organizations failing to safeguard personal data?
What can be a consequence for organizations failing to safeguard personal data?
Which of the following describes the intrinsic value of privacy?
Which of the following describes the intrinsic value of privacy?
What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulate?
What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulate?
What role do laws play in data privacy?
What role do laws play in data privacy?
In what year were the Fair Information Practices first proposed?
In what year were the Fair Information Practices first proposed?
Why do many privacy advocates believe individuals lack control over their personal data?
Why do many privacy advocates believe individuals lack control over their personal data?
Which organization later adopted the Fair Information Practices after they were proposed?
Which organization later adopted the Fair Information Practices after they were proposed?
What is one potential risk of online tracking through cookies?
What is one potential risk of online tracking through cookies?
Which tactic do attackers commonly use to steal user data?
Which tactic do attackers commonly use to steal user data?
What challenge do organizations face regarding communicating with users about data privacy?
What challenge do organizations face regarding communicating with users about data privacy?
What type of information do social media platforms often collect without user awareness?
What type of information do social media platforms often collect without user awareness?
Flashcards
Data Privacy
Data Privacy
Protecting personal data from unauthorized access and controlling its sharing with others.
Personal Data
Personal Data
Information about an individual, such as name, location, contact details, and online/offline behavior.
Data Breach
Data Breach
An incident where personal data is accessed or stolen without authorization.
Data Protection Laws
Data Protection Laws
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Privacy as a Human Right
Privacy as a Human Right
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Data Collection
Data Collection
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Data Privacy Frameworks
Data Privacy Frameworks
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HIPAA
HIPAA
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Fair Information Practices
Fair Information Practices
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Online Tracking
Online Tracking
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Data Sharing
Data Sharing
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Lack of Transparency
Lack of Transparency
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Social Media Privacy
Social Media Privacy
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Cyber Crime
Cyber Crime
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Phishing Attacks
Phishing Attacks
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Data Security
Data Security
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Limited User Control
Limited User Control
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Study Notes
Data Privacy Overview
- Data privacy protects personal data from unauthorized access and allows individuals to control its sharing.
- Personal information encompasses names, locations, contact details, online/real-world behavior.
- Users desire control over personal data collection, mirroring private conversation control.
- Increased internet usage emphasizes data privacy importance.
Data Collection and Usage
- Websites, apps, and social media collect and store user data for service delivery.
- Some platforms might exceed users' expectations on data collection or lack sufficient safeguards, potentially leading to breaches.
- Data privacy is a fundamental human right, often protected by laws.
- Users trust organizations to handle their data responsibly for online engagement.
- Mishandled data can severely harm individuals and businesses, with reputational damage, fines, and legal consequences.
- Privacy is viewed intrinsically valuable, a fundamental right for free society, similar to free speech.
Regulatory Frameworks and Principles
- Governments globally enact data protection laws to control data collection, usage, and protection.
- Examples of significant privacy frameworks include those globally and industry ones such as HIPAA (US healthcare).
- Fair Information Practices provide guidelines for data collection and usage.
- These practices are based on foundational principles and were proposed by a committee in 1973 and later adopted by OECD.
Challenges to Data Privacy
- Online Tracking: Websites often use cookies to track user activity, with variable transparency about recording extent.
- Loss of Data Control: Users might be unaware of how their data is shared beyond immediate platforms.
- Lack of Transparency: Privacy policies can be overly complex, obscuring how data is handled.
- Social Media: Social media readily reveals personal information, often exceeding user awareness of data collection levels.
- Cybercrime: Cyber criminals exploit data for fraud, system compromise, or illicit sales.
- Communication: Effective communication about data handling practices is crucial.
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