1.5.1 Computing related legislation

The Data Protection Act 1998: “Legislation which protects individuals from unreasonable use of their store personal data.”

The Computer Misuse Act 1990: “Legislation which defines electronic vandalism, unauthorised access to computer systems and theft of information.”

The Copyright Design and Patents Act 1988: “Legislation which gives creators of literacy, dramatic, musical and artistic works the right to control the ways in which their material may be used.”

The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000: “Legislation which regulates the powers of public bodies to carry out surveillance and investigation, and covering interception of communications.”