APCSP APCSP Global and Ethical Implications

Question 1

Which principle is addressed by laws like the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)?

Accepted Answer

That unauthorized access to computer systems is illegal

Answer

The CFAA makes unauthorized access to computer systems a federal crime, protecting individuals and organizations from hacking.

Question 2

What is 'digital divide' in the context of computing innovations?

Accepted Answer

The unequal access to technology and the internet across different socioeconomic groups

Answer

The digital divide refers to disparities in technology access based on income, geography, or education, creating unequal opportunities.

Question 3

Which describes a benefit of open-source software for society?

Accepted Answer

It allows anyone to view, modify, and distribute the code, fostering collaboration and innovation

Answer

Open-source software enables global collaboration, reduces costs for users, and allows communities to improve and audit code freely.

Question 4

What ethical concern arises when algorithms are used to make hiring decisions?

Accepted Answer

Algorithms can perpetuate existing biases if trained on historically biased data

Answer

If an algorithm is trained on past hiring data that reflected bias, it may systematically disadvantage certain demographic groups.

Question 5

What is 'net neutrality' and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

The principle that internet service providers must treat all data equally without blocking or throttling

Answer

Net neutrality prevents ISPs from favoring certain websites or services with faster speeds, ensuring an open and competitive internet.

(APCSP) AP Computer Science Principles Practice Test