Question 1

One of the difficulties of patent protection is

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Question 2

________ can be induced by tens of thousands of repetitions under low-impact loads.

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RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) is a condition that can be induced by tens of thousands of repetitions under low-impact loads, causing damage to the soft tissues such as tendons, nerves, and muscles. CTS (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) is a type of RSI that affects the hand and wrist, but it is caused by pressure on the median nerve rather than repetitive motion. CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome) is a condition affecting the eyes caused by prolonged computer use. Technostress is a term used to describe stress caused by technology in the workplace, which can lead to physical and mental health problems.

Question 3

It is not feasible for companies to produce error-free software because

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Question 4

The technology used to implement online tracking is a combination of cookies,Flash cookies,and Web beacons (also called "________").

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The term commonly used to describe the technology for online tracking is "Web beacons". These are also referred to as "Web bugs". Options A and D are not commonly used terms for this technology, while option B is similar but not as commonly used as "Web beacons" or "Web bugs".

Question 5

Which of the five moral dimensions of the information age does spamming raise?

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Question 6

The practice of spamming has been growing because

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Spamming has been growing because it is an inexpensive way to reach a large audience. It does not necessarily bring in new customers and is not considered a good advertising practice. It is also illegal in many countries and can result in penalties. It does not help pay for the Internet as the cost is typically covered by infrastructure providers and internet service providers.

Question 7

Which of the following adjusts copyright laws to the Internet age by making it illegal to make,distribute,or use devices that circumvent technology-based protections of copyrighted materials?

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The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) adjusts copyright laws to the Internet age by making it illegal to make, distribute, or use devices that circumvent technology-based protections of copyrighted materials. The other options, Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act, and Electronic Communications Privacy Act, do not deal directly with copyright laws and protection of digital content.

Question 8

Of users who text while driving,the more ________ demographic groups are by far the most frequent texters.

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Studies have shown that younger drivers (those under the age of 25) are the most likely demographic to text while driving. This is attributed to their high usage of technology and their tendency to feel invincible.

Question 9

The growth in the power,reach,and scope of behavioural targeting has drawn the attention of privacy groups and the ________.

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The sentence mentions "privacy groups" and identifies the specific country of Canada. Therefore, the answer is the Canadian Office of the Privacy Commissioner (option C). Options A and D both include "U.S." in their names, which is not mentioned in the sentence. Option B includes "Canadian" and "Privacy Office," but not "Commissioner."

Question 10

Which of the following is not one of the three principal sources of poor system performance?

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The three principal sources of poor system performance are software bugs and errors, hardware or facility failures caused by natural or other causes, and poor input data quality. Insufficient integration with external systems is not one of the three primary sources of poor system performance.

Question 11

Hands-free sets were ________ in eliminating risk of driving while using a cell phone.

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Studies have shown that hands-free sets do not significantly reduce the cognitive distraction of using a cell phone while driving, thus they are ineffective in eliminating the risk.

Question 12

________ are not held liable for the messages they transmit.

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Regulated common carriers, such as telecommunications companies, are not held liable for the content of messages they transmit, as they are considered a neutral intermediary in the communication process. Private individuals, organizations and businesses, and elected officials may face liability for the messages they transmit depending on the context and content of the message.

Question 13

Re-designing and automating business processes can be seen as a double-edged sword because

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Re-designing and automating business processes can lead to increased efficiency, but it can also result in job losses as some tasks may become automated or outsourced. This can have a negative impact on the workforce and the wider economy. Therefore, it can be seen as a double-edged sword.

Question 14

The term "________ divide" refers to large disparities in access to computers and the Internet among different social groups and different locations.

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The term commonly used to describe disparities in access to computers and the Internet is "digital divide." This refers specifically to inequalities in the availability and use of digital technologies. A, B, and D are not incorrect, but they do not accurately capture the specific nature of the issue at hand.

Question 15

The "do anything anywhere" computing environment can

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Question 16

The most common source of business system failure is

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Question 17

CVS refers to

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CVS stands for Computer Vision Syndrome, which refers to eyestrain and other visual symptoms caused by prolonged use of computer screens or digital devices.

Question 18

In general,it is very difficult to hold software producers liable for their software products when those products are considered to be

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Question 19

The U.S.CAN-SPAM Act of 2003

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The U.S.CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 requires spammers to identify themselves and provide an opt-out option for recipients, but it does not make spamming illegal. While the act has had some impact on reducing spam, it has not completely eliminated the problem. Additionally, state anti-spamming laws can still exist and be enforced in addition to the federal law.

Question 20

________ is the largest Web tracker,monitoring thousands of sites.

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Google is the largest web tracker, monitoring thousands of sites through its various tools such as Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager. Microsoft, Yahoo, and Apple also have web tracking tools, but they are not as widely used or popular as Google's tools.

Quiz 4: Social, ethical, and Legal Issues in Information Systems