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DSCI DCPP-01 Exam - Topic 2 Question 81 Discussion

By collecting, storing, and processing personal information on living individuals electronically, Star Link Company could qualify as:
B) Data Processor
C) Data Controller
A) Data Subject

DSCI DCPP-01 Exam - Topic 2 Question 81 Discussion

Actual exam question for DSCI's DCPP-01 exam
Question #: 81
Topic #: 2
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By collecting, storing, and processing personal information on living individuals electronically, Star Link Company could qualify as:

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Suggested Answer: B

Data Controller An organization that determines means and purpose for data processing is called a Data Controller. It may or may not be the organization that directly collects PI from a data subject but, is accountable for PI usage, security, etc. All organizations are Data Controllers by default for their employees' PI. Data Processor An organization that processes PI based on instructions of Data Controllers. In some instances, it may also be the organization that collect PI directly from the individuals, on behalf of Data Controller. A BPM organization processing personal information on behalf of clients would be a data processor. Similarly, a sales agent for a bank would also come under this category.


by Nickole at Jan 28, 2026, 12:02 PM

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Reita
13 hours ago
Right! Compliance is key for them.
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Royal
6 days ago
Agreed, but they must follow privacy laws.
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Margo
11 days ago
Definitely! They manage personal data.
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Dierdre
16 days ago
I think they qualify as a data controller.
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Dierdre
2 months ago
Yep, definitely qualifies under data protection laws.
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Frankie
2 months ago
Not sure if they meet all the legal requirements though.
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Cora
2 months ago
Wait, are they really doing this?
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Annita
3 months ago
Totally agree, they handle personal data!
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Raymon
3 months ago
Sounds like they could be a data controller.
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Gracie
3 months ago
Star Link, huh? I bet they have some out-of-this-world data protection policies.
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Bong
3 months ago
Sounds like a data breach waiting to happen!
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Billy
3 months ago
Hmm, I'd say it's a data subject.
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Juan
3 months ago
Definitely a data processor.
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Gilberto
4 months ago
I think it's a data controller.
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Lauran
4 months ago
I remember discussing the implications of being a data controller versus a data processor in class, but I can't recall the exact definitions right now.
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Tonja
4 months ago
I feel like they could also be considered a data processor if they're just handling the data for another company.
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Ezekiel
5 months ago
This reminds me of a practice question about GDPR compliance. I remember something about how companies need to protect personal data.
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Alease
5 months ago
I think Star Link might qualify as a data controller, but I'm not entirely sure how that differs from a data processor.
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Mertie
5 months ago
Alright, time to put on my regulatory hat. I'll need to carefully evaluate the information given and match it to the relevant definitions and requirements.
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Dorsey
5 months ago
This question is testing our understanding of data protection frameworks. I'll need to analyze the details provided and determine the appropriate legal classification for Star Link's activities.
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Kate
5 months ago
Ugh, I'm not totally sure about the specifics of data privacy regulations. I'll have to review my notes and try to apply the key concepts to this scenario.
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Antonio
6 months ago
Okay, I think I know where this is going. I'll need to consider whether Star Link's data practices meet the criteria for being classified as a certain type of entity under relevant laws.
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Filiberto
6 months ago
Hmm, this seems like a question about data privacy and regulations. I'll need to think carefully about the legal and ethical implications of how Star Link handles personal data.
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