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2. Computer Misuse Act (1990)
As computers became more and more important for both people and businesses, it was apparent that some people misused computer systems.
This misuse resulted in businesses losing money and trade secrets.
Citizens had their privacy compromised and personal details stolen for financial gain.
In order to respond to this problem, parliament created the 'Computer Misuse Act' in 1990.
It created three new offences
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The Act made it clear that abusing computer systems was no longer tolerated.
For more details we have a full mini-web on the Act here
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