What is the primary characteristic of misinformation on social media?
- Accurate and reliable information
- Deliberate spreading of false or misleading information
- Unbiased reporting of facts
- Verified and trustworthy sources
Which legal concept protects the exclusive rights of creators over their original works, including software code?
- Fair use
- Copyright
- Public domain
- Creative commons
What role can recycling play in mitigating the environmental impact of technology?
- Recycling has no impact on the environment
- It leads to increased electronic waste
- Recycling promotes the planned obsolescence of devices
- It helps recover valuable materials and reduces the need for raw resources
Which of the following is an example of misinformation that is often shared on social media?
- Peer-reviewed scientific research findings
- News reports from reputable sources
- Unsubstantiated health advice
- Government announcements
What is a "demographic"?
- A type of chart
- The characteristics of a group of people
- The geographical spread of users
- The political ideologies within a community
Which of the following is not a principle of the Data Protection Act 2018?
- Personal data must be accurate and up to date
- Personal data must be stored and processed securely
- Person data must not be kept for longer than necessary
- Personal data must be shared with law enforcement agencies
What does the term "global divide" refer to in the field of computer science?
- The gap in programming skills between different regions
- Different access to technology and the internet between different countries
- The divide between hardware and software development
- Equal distribution of technological resources worldwide
How does the production of electronic devices contribute to environmental impact?
- It has no environmental impact
- It generates electronic waste and uses valuable resources
- New, more efficient devices, reduces global energy consumption
- It promotes environmental conservation
In the context of social media platforms, what might be a reason for content censorship?
- Encouraging open and diverse discussions
- Preventing the spread of false information and hate speech
- Promoting user engagement
- Promoting anonymous communication
What is meant by "personally identifiable information"?
- Publicly available information
- Data that cannot be linked to a specific individual
- Information that can identify and distinguish an individual
- Data that is only relevant to organisations
