Question 1

Methods used for collecting data about people include

Accepted Answer

All of the above methods are used for collecting data about people. Search engines track people's online searches and the websites they visit. RFIDs can be used to track people's physical movements and activities. Site transaction logs monitor the actions that people take on a website, such as clicking on links and making purchases. Therefore, D is the correct answer.

Question 2

Ethical principles commonly applied to the collection and use of personal information include

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All three ethical principles - choice or consent, access or participation, and integrity or security - are commonly applied to the collection and use of personal information, making option D the correct answer. Choice or consent refers to giving individuals the right to decide how their personal information is collected, used, and shared. Access or participation refers to giving individuals the right to access and correct their personal information. Integrity or security refers to ensuring that personal information is accurate, complete, and protected against unauthorized access or misuse. These principles are essential for protecting individuals' privacy and ensuring that organizations use personal information in an ethical and responsible manner.

Question 3

Potential benefits of telecommuting or virtual work for community and society include

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Telecommuting or virtual work allows individuals to work from any location, which can bring job opportunities to areas with high unemployment rates. It also increases employment as it provides more options for people who may not be able to work in a traditional office setting due to location, health concerns, or other reasons. Additionally, telecommuting reduces traffic-related pollution and congestion as fewer people need to commute to a physical workplace.

Question 4

Discovery in civil litigation that deals with information in electronic format best describes

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Electronic discovery, also known as e-discovery, refers to the process of obtaining electronic information, such as emails, documents, and metadata, as part of the fact-finding and evidence-gathering process in civil litigation. This process is essential in today's digital age, where vast amounts of information are created and stored electronically, and can be used to support or refute legal claims.

Question 5

A major computer crime law to protect computers and other Internet-connected computers best describes

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The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act is a major computer crime law that was enacted to protect computers and other Internet-connected devices from unauthorized access or damage. It imposes penalties on individuals who engage in such activities as hacking, spreading viruses, and stealing personal information. The law applies to both individuals and organizations and has been amended several times since its initial enactment in 1986.

Question 6

According to an ExecuNet survey,what percentage of hiring managers now use social media sites to check out job candidates?

Accepted Answer

According to the ExecuNet survey, 77 percent of hiring managers now use social media sites to check out job candidates.

Question 7

Potential benefits of telecommuting or virtual work for an organization include

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Question 8

Examples of electronic signatures to help distinguish between legitimate and fraudulent transactions include each of the following except

Accepted Answer

Option D, a Web site development agreement, is not an example of an electronic signature. It is a document that may require a signature, but the signature itself would need to be provided through one of the other options listed. Options A, B, and C are all forms of electronic signatures.

Question 9

Data pertaining to the enterprise included in the law that can be used for the purpose of implementing or validating compliance best defines

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The term "compliance data" refers to data that is relevant to ensuring that an organization is following legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. This data can be used to both implement and validate compliance measures, and is often used in audits and other compliance-related activities. While ethical, research, and digital data may also play a role in compliance, compliance data specifically pertains to the enterprise's adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Question 10

EC sellers need to protect against fraud and each of the following except

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Public keys are a security measure designed to protect against unauthorized access and transactions, they are not directly related to fraud protection. The other options listed all involve fraudulent activities that sellers need to protect themselves against.

Question 11

Important EC issues include

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Time and place are important in EC in terms of jurisdiction and applicable laws. Liability is important as EC transactions involve monetary transactions and can lead to legal issues. Defamation is important as online reputation is critical in many industries and can impact businesses and individuals. Therefore, all of the above are important EC issues.

Question 12

The study and practice of eco-friendly computing resources which is now a key concern for businesses in all industries best defines

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The study and practice of eco-friendly computing resources is commonly known as green computing. It focuses on reducing the environmental impact of technology by using energy-efficient hardware, sustainable data storage practices, and advocating for responsible e-waste disposal. It is a crucial concern for businesses across all industries as sustainability has become a central aspect of corporate responsibility.

Question 13

All unwanted software programs designed to steal proprietary information or that target data stores containing confidential information best defines

Accepted Answer

Spyware is software that is designed to steal information from a computer system or target data stores containing confidential information. Viruses are programs that replicate themselves and can cause harm to a system, but they do not necessarily target specific information. Target emails and cybersniffers are not common terms in the context of unwanted software programs designed to steal information.

Question 14

The gap that has emerged between those who have and those who do not have the ability to use the technology best defines

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The term "digital divide" refers to the gap between those who have access to and the ability to use modern technologies, such as computers and the internet, and those who do not. It emphasizes the inequality in the distribution of technology and the resulting disparity in opportunities for education, economic advancement, and social inclusion. The other options, namely electronic divide, computing divide, and cyberdivide, do not accurately capture the breadth and complexity of the digital divide phenomenon.

Question 15

Based on Richard Clarke's 2010 definition,which of the following refers to actions by a nation-state to penetrate another nation's computers or networks for the purposes of causing damage or disruption?

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According to Richard Clarke's definition, cyberwarfare refers to actions by a nation-state to penetrate another nation's computers or networks for the purposes of causing damage or disruption.

Question 16

Which of the following is one of the most common ways of gathering information on the Internet?

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Question 17

A searchable database of computer hardware that meets a strict set of environmental criteria best defines

Accepted Answer

The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) is a searchable database that identifies computer hardware with environmental features that meet specific criteria. It is used by government agencies, businesses, and consumers to make sustainable purchasing decisions.

Question 18

Which of the following requires the FTC to enforce online privacy rights in EC,including the collection and use of personal data?

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The Communications Privacy and Consumer Empowerment Act requires the FTC to enforce online privacy rights, including the collection and use of personal data in electronic communications. The other options are not related to online privacy rights enforcement.

Question 19

Which of the following is the European Union's directive that aims to regulate the activities of any person or company that controls the collection,storage,processing,or use of personal data on the Internet?

Accepted Answer

The EU Data Protection Directive, also known as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), aims to regulate the activities of any person or company that controls the collection, storage, processing, or use of personal data on the Internet. The other options mentioned in the question are not actual directives or regulations of the European Union.

Question 20

A protocol allowing websites to declare their intended use of information they collect about browsing users best defines

Accepted Answer

The Platform for Privacy Preferences Project (P3P) is a protocol that allows websites to declare their intended use of information they collect about browsing users. It is a standardized way for websites to communicate their privacy practices to users and for users to make informed decisions about whether or not to share their personal information with the site. HTML is a markup language used to create web pages; it does not deal with privacy or data collection. The Internet Data Collection Protocol and Cyberawareness Authentication Signature do not exist as established protocols or standards.

Quiz 14: E-Commerce: Regulatory, Ethical, and Social Environments