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To protect the rights of individuals who's data is stored on computers. The main purpose is to enable a person to ensure data about them is fair, legal and accurate - and that the data is secure from unauthorised access.
As a simple example, think about it this way - would you be happy for me (as a complete stranger) to have access to your medical records ! You might not ne happy if someone found out (for example) that you'd been treated for schizophrenia or an STD ! The Data Protection Act puts the responsibility on the medical practice to ensure your records are secure from anyone accessing it who is not entitled to.
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Who does the Data Protection Act relate to computers?
The United Kingdom's Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA) provides for the protection of personal data on computers and elsewhere. The act is similar to, and brought the UK into compliance with, EU data protection directives issued in 1995.
What means data protection act?
The Data Protection Act - is a set of laws that govern the electronic storage and use of peoples personal data.
What is the data protection act concerned with?
The data protection act states that you are allowed to change your personal information at any time if it is incorrect
What legislation exist in Pakistan regarding data protection and security?
Data Protection Act 2005, ePrivacy Regulations 2011, ePrivacy Directive 2002, Foreign Data Security and Protection Act 2004
What is the purpose of data protection act?
The purpose of the Data Protection Act is to regulate the processing of personal data to protect the rights and privacy of individuals. It sets out rules and principles for how personal data should be handled, stored, and used by organizations. The act aims to ensure that personal data is not misused or accessed without authorization, and that individuals have control over their own data.
Who does the data protection act apply to?
your ma
Where does the responsibility lie with the Data Protection Act?
The responsibility under the Data Protection Act lies with the data controller, who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data, and the data processor, who processes data on behalf of the data controller. Both are responsible for ensuring compliance with the principles and requirements of the Act.
Who is responsible data protection act?
The United Kingdom Parliament The Data Protection Act 1998 is a United Kingdom Act of Parliament which defines UK law on the processing of data on identifiable living people. It is the main piece of legislation that governs the protection of personal data in the UK Please use the link below for more information
What established protection for rights of French Catholics?
the Quebec Act
Is data protection national law?
Yes, for instance the Data protection act in the US. It was put into force in 1998
What is the basic requirement of current data protection?
The basic requirement of current data protection is that privacy has to be upheld. It needs to comply with the provision of Data Protection Act of 1998.
Who doesn't have to worry about the data protection act?
the police
