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Test Yourself (Page 152)
  A credit card
  B phantom
  C smart
  D PIN
  E piracy
  F patents
  G misuse, hack
  H hacking
 
Things To Do (page 152)
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Viruses are often deliberately introduced to disks containing pirated software. Pirated disks are placed in many different computers so it is a good way for virus writers to distribute their viruses.
 
3(a)
  Yes. She should buy another copy.
(b)
  No. Making backup copies for security purposes is allowed.
(c)
  No. This is piracy.
(d)
  The memo should explain why it is illegal. Point out that the company could face a large fine if found out. Above all, the memo should be tactfully written.
 
Examination Questions (page 343)
1(a)
  Using software without a licence. Making illegal copies of software. Modifying software without permission.
 
2(a)
  Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988
(b)
(i)

(ii)
Illegally entering a computer system with the intention of changing data.
A program that copies itself and causes annoyance to users.
     
3(a)
It makes it illegal to copy software without permission or a licence.
Makes it illegal to offer software to others to use.
(b)
Someone who gains unauthorised access to a computer system.
(c)
Two from:
They may steal data.
They may look at confidential data.
They may introduce viruses.