Exam 2: The Personal and Social Impact of Computers

Most organizations implement internal ____________________ to measure actual results against established goals, such as the percentage of end-user reports produced on time.

In Canada, PIPEDA requires individual's consent to collect personal information and it can then be used for any purpose.

What is the essence of the PIPEDA Act (The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) in Canada?

Which of the following should organizations do to protect their corporate computers from criminal hackers?

The science of designing machines, products, and systems to maximize the safety, comfort, and efficiency of the people who use them is called ____________________.

People who enjoyed computer technology and spent time learning and using computer systems were originally referred to by what name?

Victor was working on his computer when suddenly someone took control and began installing and retrieving files.What is the term used to refer to this situation?

____________________ is involved in what is considered the largest copyright infringement case in history.

It has been clearly proven that increased use of cell phones can lead to an increased chance of brain cancer.

The hazardous activities associated with unfavourable working conditions are collectively referred to as ____________________.

Outline several useful policies to minimize computer-related waste and mistakes.

Which of the following is a useful policy for minimizing waste and mistake?

What type of malware is triggered by a set of preconditions?

Software is considered intellectual property and may be protected by copyright or ____________________ law.

What Canadian legislation protects businesses against anti-spam and malware law?

List at least three useful guidelines to protect computer users from criminal hackers.

The vast majority of computer-related crimes are reported to authorities.

Define the term "identity theft" and briefly describe how identity theft criminals use an individual's personal information.

What condition is an aggravation of the pathway for the nerves that travel through the wrist?

The Business Software Alliance (BSA) has become a prominent software antipiracy organization.It is estimated that in 2009 the global software piracy exceeded 40% and amounted to more than $50 billion in lost sales.