What does copyright protect?

Original works such as software, music and writing from being copied without permission

Presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own

Which statement best captures the difference between legal and ethical?

Legal means allowed by law; ethical means morally right, and the two do not always match

Malicious software designed to harm or exploit a system

By replicating itself and spreading across networks on its own

Locks or encrypts the victim's data and demands payment to release it

Using antivirus software and keeping software updated

Because misuse can lead to harms such as identity theft, fraud and loss of privacy

Encrypting sensitive data and limiting who can access it

The gap between people who have good access to computers and the internet and those who do not

Discarded electronics contain hazardous materials that can pollute if not recycled properly

Giving benefits and costs and reaching a balanced conclusion

13questions. Pick an answer and you'll see why right away.

What does copyright protect?
What is plagiarism?
Which statement best captures the difference between legal and ethical?
What is malware?
How does a worm typically spread?
Which type of malware disguises itself as a useful or harmless program to trick the user into installing it?
What does ransomware do?
Which is the best defence against malware?
Why must personal data be protected?
Which of these is an example of good practice for keeping personal data private?
What is the digital divide?
Why is e-waste an environmental concern?
What makes a strong answer to a 'discuss the impact of computing' question?