1. Introduction

Technology of itself is neither good nor bad. For example an axe is a great tool for cutting wood or it can be a nasty weapon. It is simply how people choose to use technology that can sometimes cause concern.

One of the key issues in society is the balance to be struck between a citizen's right to privacy and a governments' obligation to keep its country safe and secure.

Computing technology has a huge impact on this issue.

This theory section introduces you to some of the issues that technology has brought about. There are no right or wrong answer to many of the topics.

As an informed citizen it is up to you to have your own opinion.