Computer ethics, law and society

Question 1 of 10

A software licence agreement (EULA) sets out

A. the source code B. the hardware design C. the user's password D. the terms under which a user may use the software

Question 2 of 10

A patent protects

A. a song only B. a new invention or process C. a website colour D. any idea without registration

Question 3 of 10

Differentiate between copyright, patents and trademarks, with an example related to computing.

Question 4 of 10

Which is an environmental impact of computing?

A. electronic waste that can release harmful substances B. reduced paper use only C. cleaner rivers automatically D. no energy use

Question 5 of 10

Accessibility in software means

A. making systems usable by people with disabilities B. making software expensive C. removing features D. using only small fonts

Question 6 of 10

Explain what the digital divide is and suggest three ways the government of Ghana could reduce it.

Question 7 of 10

Whistleblowing in a technology company means

A. spreading malware B. selling products C. reporting unethical or illegal practices D. writing code

Question 8 of 10

An open-source licence such as the GPL

A. forbids any copying B. hides the code C. allows users to view, change and share the source code under conditions D. charges per line of code

Question 9 of 10

Intellectual property refers to

A. land and buildings B. computer hardware only C. public data D. creations of the mind, such as software, music and designs, protected by law

Question 10 of 10

Explain three ethical responsibilities of a software developer.

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