DSCI DCPP-01 Exam - Topic 2 Question 81 Discussion

Actual exam question for DSCI's DCPP-01 exam

Question #: 81
Topic #: 2

By collecting, storing, and processing personal information on living individuals electronically, Star Link Company could qualify as:

BData Processor

CData Controller

AData Subject

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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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Dierdre

15 days ago

Yep, definitely qualifies under data protection laws.

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Frankie

20 days ago

Not sure if they meet all the legal requirements though.

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Cora

25 days ago

Wait, are they really doing this?

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Annita

1 month ago

Totally agree, they handle personal data!

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Raymon

1 month ago

Sounds like they could be a data controller.

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Gracie

1 month ago

Star Link, huh? I bet they have some out-of-this-world data protection policies.

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Bong

2 months ago

Sounds like a data breach waiting to happen!

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Billy

2 months ago

Hmm, I'd say it's a data subject.

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Juan

2 months ago

Definitely a data processor.

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Gilberto

2 months ago

I think it's a data controller.

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Lauran

2 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

2 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

3 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

3 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

4 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

4 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

4 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

4 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

4 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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