Safety (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE ICT): Flashcards
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Define physical safety.
Physical safety is creating a safe environment when using technology, considering dangers that could lead to serious injury or loss of life.
Name four physical safety risks of using computers.
The risks are electrocution, fire hazards, equipment overheating, trailing cables as a trip hazard, and heavy equipment falling and causing injury.
What causes electrocution when using computers?
Electrocution is caused by spilling drinks near electrical equipment and by touching live cables.
Give two ways to prevent electrocution.
Keep liquids away from electrical equipment, ensure cables are properly insulated, turn off and unplug equipment before cleaning, and use circuit breakers or fuses.
What two things cause fire hazards?
Fire hazards are caused by sockets being overloaded and by equipment overheating.
Give two ways to prevent a fire caused by overloaded sockets.
Use surge protectors, ensure there are enough plug sockets, do not plug too many devices into the same socket, and do not leave devices plugged in and unattended.
True or False?
Covering the air vents on a device helps prevent it overheating.
False.
Air vents must never be covered. Equipment should be properly ventilated and not obstructed to prevent overheating.
What causes a trip hazard?
A trip hazard is caused by cables not being properly secured or organised.
Give two ways to prevent trip hazards.
Use cable ties or clips, keep cables away from walkways, secure cables under desks, use cable covers, and use wireless devices to reduce cables.
How can the risk of heavy equipment falling be reduced?
Ensure equipment is properly secured and stable, keep it away from edges, and regularly check the stability of locations containing devices.
What does the Data Protection Act (DPA) do?
The Data Protection Act is a law that protects personal data from being misused.
Name the three exemptions from the Data Protection Act.
The exemptions are domestic purposes, law enforcement and intelligence services processing.
Define personal data.
Personal data is any data that can be used to identify an individual.
Define sensitive data.
Sensitive data is a subset of personal data that, if disclosed, could lead to personal harm, so it requires stricter protection.
Give three examples of personal data.
Personal data includes a person's name, address, date of birth, gender, personal images, payment details and passwords.
Give three examples of sensitive data.
Sensitive data includes medical history, political views, ethnic or racial origin, criminal activities, trade union membership, sexual orientation and biometric data.
Define biometric data.
Biometric data is body measurements used to identify us uniquely, such as fingerprints or facial features.
True or False?
A photograph of a student in school uniform counts as personal data.
True.
A personal image in school uniform can be used to identify and locate the individual, so it is personal data.
The third data protection principle states that personal data must be adequate, relevant and not .
The third data protection principle states that personal data must be adequate, relevant and not excessive.
True or False?
A company may pass your personal data to another company without your permission.
False.
Personal data must be collected for specified and lawful purposes, and a company cannot pass the data on without permission.
What right do you have if a company holds data about you that is wrong or out of date?
You have the right to have it corrected or deleted, because personal data must be kept accurate and up to date.
What must a company do with personal data it no longer needs?
The company must delete it, because personal data will not be kept for longer than is necessary.
What can happen if personal data is inappropriately disclosed?
It can lead to privacy breaches, identity theft or misuse of the information. Data could be sold to third party companies, used to hold someone to ransom, or used to commit a physical crime.
Give two ways to stop personal data being inappropriately disclosed.
Use privacy settings and strong passwords, limit access to authorised individuals, think before you post, check a website's details about how it uses data, and only use a secure, encrypted connection.
Define e-safety.
E-safety is knowing about and using the internet safely and responsibly, and knowing how to protect yourself from potential dangers and threats.
Which four activities does e-safety apply to?
E-safety applies to using the internet, email, social media and online gaming.
Give three reasons why e-safety is needed.
E-safety protects personal information, prevents cyberbullying, guards against online scams, protects your digital reputation, prevents exposure to inappropriate content and guards against malware and viruses.
Why does your digital reputation matter?
Your online behaviour and interactions can have long-term consequences in your personal and professional life.
Give two pieces of advice for staying safe when using the internet.
Use trusted websites recommended by teachers or reputable sources, use search engines with filters that only allow age-appropriate websites, and never reveal personal information.
What are the dangers of opening or replying to emails from unknown people?
The dangers include phishing and spam, and attachments from unknown senders can be harmful.
What should you check before sending personal data or images by email?
Check that you know who the email is for, send only to people you know, and do not send identifiable content such as school photos.
Give three ways to stay safe when using social media.
Know how to block and report people, use privacy settings, only accept friend requests from people you know, do not distribute inappropriate images or language, respect other people's personal data, and do not post details that can be used to locate you.
True or False?
It is safe to meet an online contact face to face as long as you go alone.
False.
You should not meet anyone you do not know. If you do meet an online contact, take an adult and meet in a public place.
True or False?
You should use your real name as your username when gaming online.
False.
You should not use real names as usernames when playing games online.
Give two rules for staying safe when playing games online.
Do not use real names as usernames, never share personal or financial details with other players, and know how to block and report players for inappropriate messages.
E-safety supports overall well-being by keeping a healthy balance between online and lives.
E-safety supports overall well-being by keeping a healthy balance between online and offline lives.
What should you do if something you see or read online worries you?
You should tell someone about it and block the person responsible.
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