Welcome to "What Is the GDPR?" This video lesson defines the General Data Protection Regulation, explains to whom it applies, and describes why it’s important follow. It's the first of two lessons in the "Understanding the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)" series. Because this is a big change from the previous 1995 Data Protection Directive, it’s critical to be up to date on the current standards for personal data protection and privacy. From this lesson, viewers will learn about key terms—like data protection assessments and the right to portability—and how they apply to being complaint with the GDPR.
