illegal activity carried out on digital devices connected to the internet

Illegal content

Computing

In this unit, pupils will evaluate the online world and their own internet activity for safety concerns in order to equip themselves with tools for protecting their online identities. They key takeaway of this unit is a repository of practical, risk-reducing steps that pupils can implement online.

Online safety

Match the following terms to their examples:

yes, there is one law for all online crimes

yes, only online crimes are considered illegal

no, online crimes are governed by various laws

no, online crimes are not covered by any laws

Are there specific laws in the UK designed solely for online crimes?

it can be used to facilitate online crime

What is one potential danger of harmful online content?

What type of content may be illegal to share online?

prevents unauthorised access to computer systems

protects creators’ rights over their original works

prevents unauthorised sharing of copyrighted material online

makes it illegal to send threatening or offensive messages

prohibits the distribution of obscene or indecent material

defines and prosecutes fraudulent behaviour

tackles organised crimes and conspiracies

to ensure data is used, collected, shared and stored legally and fairly

to allow organisations to share data freely

how to protect your personal data from hackers

how organisations use, collect, share and store people’s data

the consequences of breaking privacy laws

the right to keep your personal life private

allows access to private data in specific cases

ensures data is handled fairly and legally

safeguards freedoms like privacy and expression

by prosecuting individuals who break them

Which of the following is NOT an example of data protection?

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