Value of Digital Privacy in an Information Technology Age
The Value of Digital Privacy in an Information Technology Age
Assignment 2
Dr. Mark P. Glantz
Law, Ethics & Corp. Governance LEG 500 July 28, 2012
The Value of Digital Privacy in an Information Technology Age
1. List and describe at least three (3) technologies that allow an individual to research citizen’s private data. Google.com is a technology which allows an individual to search for information on another person. If you are looking for information on someone, searching the web using Google is one of the best places to start. A person can find background information, phone numbers, addresses, maps and more. On the flip side, anyone can find the same information about you. Information is given by people opening up an account. Google.com allows you to see basic information such as name, address, phone, email or credit card number. Information is shared with companies, organizations, and individuals outside of Google with consent. Data searched on the web is stored to improve and maintain the security of their systems.
Zaba Search is another online search engine which allows people to research telephone numbers and addresses which are displayed for free. The site advertises information is revealed for free without having to register. The information displayed from Zaba Search is residential listings which can be found in phone directories. Premium searches are also available on the site however, once selected you are directed to other online services. The other online services offer searches by phone numbers, social security numbers and also offer background checks.
Intelius.com is one of the premium searches available through Zaba. This technology allows people to find family members, friends, classmates, military buddies and almost anyone living in the United States. It sells background information to anyone for a small investment. DateCheck is a site hosted by Intelius which stores reports including names,
Assignment 2
Dr. Mark P. Glantz
Law, Ethics & Corp. Governance LEG 500 July 28, 2012
The Value of Digital Privacy in an Information Technology Age
1. List and describe at least three (3) technologies that allow an individual to research citizen’s private data. Google.com is a technology which allows an individual to search for information on another person. If you are looking for information on someone, searching the web using Google is one of the best places to start. A person can find background information, phone numbers, addresses, maps and more. On the flip side, anyone can find the same information about you. Information is given by people opening up an account. Google.com allows you to see basic information such as name, address, phone, email or credit card number. Information is shared with companies, organizations, and individuals outside of Google with consent. Data searched on the web is stored to improve and maintain the security of their systems.
Zaba Search is another online search engine which allows people to research telephone numbers and addresses which are displayed for free. The site advertises information is revealed for free without having to register. The information displayed from Zaba Search is residential listings which can be found in phone directories. Premium searches are also available on the site however, once selected you are directed to other online services. The other online services offer searches by phone numbers, social security numbers and also offer background checks.
Intelius.com is one of the premium searches available through Zaba. This technology allows people to find family members, friends, classmates, military buddies and almost anyone living in the United States. It sells background information to anyone for a small investment. DateCheck is a site hosted by Intelius which stores reports including names,