7.1.6 Discuss the social impacts and ethical considerations associated with the use of embedded systems

Tagging prisoners Arguments for:
• Allows non-dangerous criminals to move
• Reduces number of people needed to be in prison
• Allows for tracking at all times Arguments against:
• Loss of freedom of movement
• Could possible be hacked to track innocent people
• Tracking data could be sold off to make money

Surveillance Arguments for:
• Allows for greater security
• Could be used as effective evidence in court cases
• Allows fewer people to have monitor others Arguments against:
• Loss of privacy
• Could be hacked and used for unintended purposes
• Could be used to spy on people (drones)