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What is another term for a proprietary license?
What is another term for a proprietary license?
- Public domain
- Freeware
- Open source
- Closed source (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of closed source software?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of closed source software?
- Users purchase the right to use the software
- The code is professionally developed
- Updates are provided by the company
- Users can modify the code (correct)
What is a potential drawback of using closed source software?
What is a potential drawback of using closed source software?
- Regular updates and security patches
- Infrequent updates or termination of support (correct)
- No need for professional development
- Ownership of the software
Who is responsible for ensuring that a company's software updates are secure and performed as outlined?
Who is responsible for ensuring that a company's software updates are secure and performed as outlined?
Which of the following statements best describes the users' relationship with closed source software?
Which of the following statements best describes the users' relationship with closed source software?
What does GDPR stand for?
What does GDPR stand for?
Who is responsible for registering with the Information Commissioner in an organization?
Who is responsible for registering with the Information Commissioner in an organization?
What is a consequence of breaking any of the principles outlined in the Data Protection Act?
What is a consequence of breaking any of the principles outlined in the Data Protection Act?
What does 'open source' software allow users to do?
What does 'open source' software allow users to do?
What is a major drawback of open source software mentioned in the content?
What is a major drawback of open source software mentioned in the content?
What can the owner of an image do if their copyright is infringed upon?
What can the owner of an image do if their copyright is infringed upon?
What is one of the primary purposes of the Data Protection Act?
What is one of the primary purposes of the Data Protection Act?
Which of the following best describes a data subject?
Which of the following best describes a data subject?
Flashcards
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
A regulation that protects the privacy of individuals' data in the European Union.
Data Protection Act (2018)
Data Protection Act (2018)
The UK law that updates the 1998 Data Protection Act to align with GDPR, safeguarding data stored and processed by organizations.
Data Subject
Data Subject
A person whose data is stored and processed by an organization.
Data Controller
Data Controller
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Information Commissioner
Information Commissioner
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Copyright Infringement
Copyright Infringement
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Software License
Software License
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Open Source Software
Open Source Software
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Proprietary License
Proprietary License
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Data Protection
Data Protection
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Data Commissioner
Data Commissioner
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Study Notes
GDPR and Data Protection Act (2018)
- The EU's GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) protects EU citizens' data privacy in 2018.
- The UK's Data Protection Act (2018) updated the 1998 act, mirroring GDPR principles.
- This act safeguards personal data stored and processed by organizations.
- A "data subject" is an individual whose data is recorded.
- A "data controller" is an individual within an organization responsible for registering with the Information Commissioner.
- The Information Commissioner manages UK data protection laws (primarily the Data Protection Act).
Data Protection Act (2018) - Key Principles
- The act aims to regulate computer use, prevent misuse, and punish intentional violations.
- Violation of the principles can lead to fines and imprisonment (only for intentional violations).
- The act criminalizes unauthorized copying of protected work (text, images, music, videos, software).
- Copyright holders can sue for unauthorized copying.
Software Licensing
- Open Source:
- Users can view and modify the source code.
- Can be customized.
- Often distributed publicly for collaborative improvement.
- Might lack support, be prone to errors, and need technical skill.
- Proprietary (Closed Source):
- Code is restricted; users cannot view or modify it.
- Users purchase the right to use, but not own, the software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Spotify).
- Well-tested code from professional developers; typically includes regular updates.
- Companies responsible for updates & addressing issues.
- Users have no control over modification, improvement.
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