DATA PROTECTION & DATA

PRIVACY
 WHAT IS DATA PROTECTION AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Data protection signifies the strategic and procedural

steps undertaken to safeguard the privacy, availability,
and integrity of sensitive data, and is often
interchangeably used with the term ‘data security.’
These protective measures, critical for organizations
that collect, process, or store sensitive data, aim to
prevent data corruption, loss, or damage.
 WHAT IS DATA PROTECTION AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

In an era where data generation and storage surge

at an unprecedented rate, the importance of a robust
data protection strategy is paramount.

The primary goal of data protection is not just to

safeguard sensitive information but to ensure that it
remains accessible and reliable.
Data privacy is a guideline for how data should be collected or
handled, based on its sensitivity and importance. Data privacy is
typically applied to personal health information (PHI) and personally
identifiable information (PII). This includes financial information, medical
records, social security or ID numbers, names, birthdates, and contact
information.
Data privacy concerns apply to all sensitive information that
organizations handle, including that of customers,
shareholders, and employees. Often, this information plays a
vital role in business operations, development, and finances.

WHAT IS DATA PRIVACY AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

 WHAT IS DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS?

Data protection regulations govern how certain data types are

collected, transmitted, and used. Data protection and privacy
regulations vary between countries, states, and industries. For
example, China has created a data privacy law that went into effect on
June 1, 2017, and the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection
Regulation (GDPR) went into effect during 2018.
 DATA PROTECTION VS DATA PRIVACY

Users control privacy, companies ensure protection

Another important distinction between privacy and protection is

who is typically in control. For privacy, users can often control
how much of their data is shared and with whom. For protection,
it is up to the companies handling data to ensure that it remains
private. Compliance regulations reflect this difference and are
created to help ensure that users’ privacy requests are enacted
by companies.
 DATA PROTECTION TECHNOLOGIES AND PRACTICES TO PROTECT YOUR DATA

When it comes to protecting your data, there are many storage

and management options you can choose from. Solutions can
help you restrict access, monitor activity, and respond to threats.
Here are some of the most commonly used practices and
technologies:
Data Discovery
Before you can protect your data, you need to know what you
have and where it is located. This process, known as data
discovery, is crucial for identifying sensitive information and
determining the best ways to secure it.
 DATA PROTECTION TECHNOLOGIES AND PRACTICES TO PROTECT YOUR DATA

Data Mapping
Data mapping is the next step in data discovery, which involves
identifying the locations of your data and how it flows through your
organization. This helps you understand the relationships between
various data sets and systems, allowing you to make informed decisions
regarding data protection.
Backup
Backing up your data is a fundamental aspect of data protection. Regular
backups ensure that you can quickly recover your information in the
event of data loss or corruption.
 DATA PROTECTION TECHNOLOGIES AND PRACTICES TO PROTECT YOUR DATA

Backup Scheduling
To ensure that your backups are always up to date, it’s important to
establish a regular backup schedule. This can involve daily, weekly, or
even monthly backups, depending on your organization’s needs and the
sensitivity of your data.
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1. What does data protection aim to prevent?
a) Data corruption, loss, or damage
b) Sharing of public information
c) Reduced data storage
d) Increased data traffic

2. Why is data protection important?

a) To restrict data use for companies
b) To ensure data remains reliable and accessible
c) To stop data generation
d) To delete outdated data
3. Which of the following is an example of data privacy?
a) Backing up files daily
b) Controlling who sees your personal health information
c) Deleting old emails
d) Encrypting passwords

4. Which type of information is considered sensitive under

data privacy?
a) Website URLs
b) Birthdates and contact information
c) Public surveys
d) Weather reports
5. What is the first step in protecting your data?
a) Encrypting files
b) Data discovery
c) Backup scheduling
d) Restricting access

6. What does "data mapping" involve?

a) Identifying data locations and flow
b) Erasing outdated data
c) Encrypting all data files
d) Storing data on a cloud server
7. What is the purpose of regular backups?
a) To free up storage space
b) To recover data in case of loss or corruption
c) To share data with others
d) To reduce data privacy concerns

8. What is the European Union’s data protection

regulation called?
a) Data Privacy Act
b) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
c) Data Protection Policy (DPP)
d) Privacy Compliance Regulation
9. When did China implement its data privacy law?
a) 2015
b) 2016
c) 2017
d) 2018

10. Who is primarily responsible for ensuring data protection?

a) Users
b) Governments
c) Companies handling the data
d) Third-party organizations
11. What is an example of personal identifiable information
(PII)?
a) Anonymous survey results
b) Social security numbers
c) General weather data
d) Publicly available resources

12. What do compliance regulations ensure?

a) Companies respect users’ privacy requests
b) Governments collect user data
c) Data is stored in public domains
d) Users share more data with companies
13. What is the difference between data privacy and data
protection?
a) Privacy focuses on how data is shared, while protection ensures
it stays secure
b) Protection only applies to governments
c) Privacy is only relevant to companies
d) There is no difference
14. Which of the following is a data protection technology?
a) Regular backups
b) Sharing passwords
c) Deleting all files
d) Making data public
15. What is a key principle of data privacy?
a) Restricting access to all users
b) Allowing companies to monitor all user activity
c) Handling data based on its sensitivity and importance
d) Avoiding data collection entirely
16. What is backup scheduling?
a) Deciding when to delete old files
b) Setting regular intervals for data backups
c) Encrypting data during transmission
d) Mapping data across devices
17. What type of information does data privacy protect?
a) Generic email newsletters
b) Financial and medical records
c) Anonymous search queries
d) Publicly available data
18. Why is data discovery critical?
a) It ensures compliance with privacy laws
b) It helps identify and locate sensitive information
c) It deletes unnecessary files
d) It automates data sharing
19. How often should backups be scheduled?
a) Every year
b) Regularly, based on data sensitivity and needs
c) Only after data loss
d) Never
20. What is the purpose of data protection regulations?
a) To eliminate data collection
b) To govern how data is collected, transmitted, and used
c) To encourage data sharing
d) To reduce technological advancements
1. A 11. B
2. B 12. A
3. B 13. A
4. B 14. A
5. B 15. C
6. A 16. B
7. B 17. B
8. B 18. B
9. C 19. B
10.C 20. B