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data protection is where all peoples personal data are at

it is meant to be used for as long as its meant  to be

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Data protection is legal control over access to and use of data stored in computers.

Everyone responsible for using data has to follow strict rules called ‘data protection principles’. They must make sure the information is:

used fairly and lawfully

used for limited, specifically stated purposes

used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive.

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so know one can hacks your computer and gets your private information
the data protection act controls how businesses use other peoples private information.
everyone using has to follow rules called data protection principles

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LONG PASSWORDS
STRONG PASSWORDS

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have strong passwords on your computers

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It is important to keep information secure because hackers can try to access your information to delete it all or take it all or even infect files with information, just by browsing on the internet or downloading files, you are putting your system at risk.

To protect your self from any type of threat, you need to have some precautions setup, such as antivirus, this is the most common and most successful way of keeping threats away from your computer, so if you download any malicious file or go onto an un-trusted website, your antivirus will take care of all of it.

If your a business, you can setup backup systems, monitoring and maintenance routines to keep your system(s) safe.

Here is a list of some of the data that is protected by The Data Protection Act 1998:

- Names
- Addresses
- Contact Information
- Employment History
- Medical Conditions
- Convictions
- Credit history
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/legal/0dataprotectionactrev1.shtml

Spreading any types of the information listed above anywhere, you are breaking the law.

The data protection act was made to prevent people misusing personal information for their own advantage.

Databases can be easily accessed and edited, so security precautions are set to stop people from being able to see, edit and use this type of information.

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strong password ( including special letters).
put antivirus into your computer its will protect your personal  data from online hackers.

Data protection ?
Data protection is legal control over access to and use of data stored in computers.

data protection ACT : (Government)

used fairly and lawfully

used for limited, specifically stated purposes

used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive

accurate

kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary

handled according to people’s data protection rights

kept safe and secure

https://www.gov.uk/data-protection/the-data-protection-act

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Passwords that have more then 5 letters, capital letters, numbers and special characters.

PIN number

Update your computer

USB drive
It is important to have your information secured so that your  personal stuff isn't out for public.

Criminal records, Health, Religious beliefs and Political opinions, Address andCredit cards

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It is the main piece of legislation that governs the protection of personal data
Long  and strong password ( must have a capital letter and a number at the end).
It is important so it can save all your data on your computer from hackers and viruses.

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Strong passwords included letters , numbers.
The Data Protection Act controls how your personal information is used by organisations, businesses or the government.

Everyone responsible for using data has to follow strict rules called ‘data protection principles’. They must make sure the information is:

used fairly and lawfully

used for limited, specifically stated purposes

used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive

accurate

kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary

handled according to people’s data protection rights

kept safe and secure

not transferred outside the European Economic Area without adequate protection

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because if you don't confidential stuff could get leaked

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Strong Passwords
Encrypt data
protection

Security
so it can't  get stolen  or shared

policy

Data protection act is how you control your personal information that is used and have rights to ask for information about yourself.

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A complex password that only you will know, and regular updates. It is important to keep your information secure from any hackers or fake websites. Data protection controls how your personal data  is being used by companies or businesses including the government.

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long strong  passwords with caps and numbers and special characters
encrypt data

to keep you and your information safe.

The Data Protection Act 1998 is an Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland which defines UK law on the processing of data on identifiable living people.

you must make sure the information is:

used fairly and lawfully

used for limited, specifically stated purposes

used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive

accurate

kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary

handled according to people’s data protection rights

kept safe and secure

not transferred outside the European Economic Area without adequate protection

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Encrypt data. Use passwords with letters, numbers and special characters. Back up data and use anti virus software.
It's important to keep information secure so it doesn't get stolen by other people.

The Data Protection Act controls how your personal information is used by businesses and the government. Everyone responsible for using data has to follow "data protection principles".

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Taking appropriate precautions of securing information requires complicated passwords consisting of special characters, upper and lower cases. As well as securing information kept in a backup system. This ensures in the case of hackers installing viruses and entrusted advertisements. Furthermore, Data Protection Act is crucial to establish strict guidelines to abide by. For example, Criminal records, health and political beliefs can expose sensitive information online once gained entry.

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long passwords containing capital letters, numbers and special characters e.g £$!%
don't trust anyone online to protect yourself from phishers