Integrity (disambiguation) facts for kids

Integrity is a very important idea about being honest and having strong moral principles. It means always doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. When someone has integrity, their actions match their words and beliefs. They are trustworthy and reliable.

The word "integrity" can also refer to other things, especially in technology, arts, and law.

Integrity in Technology

In the world of computers and technology, "integrity" means that data or systems are complete and correct.

Keeping Data Safe

• Data integrity is about making sure information is accurate and hasn't been changed without permission. Imagine you send a secret message; data integrity ensures the message arrives exactly as you sent it. This is super important for things like online banking and secure communications.

How Systems Work Well

• System integrity means that a computer system or network is working correctly and safely. It's like making sure all the parts of a machine are in good shape and doing their job right. This helps prevent errors and keeps the system secure.

Special Computer Systems

• Integrity (operating system) is a special kind of computer program that helps run other programs. It's called a "real-time operating system" because it's designed to respond very quickly, which is important for things like controlling robots or spacecraft.
• HPE Integrity Servers are powerful computers made by Hewlett Packard Enterprise. They are used by big companies to handle lots of information and important tasks.
• PTC Integrity is a software platform that helps companies manage how they develop and build new software and products. It helps keep track of all the steps in a project.

Integrity in Arts and Media

The word "Integrity" also appears in the names of bands, albums, movies, and media companies.

Music with "Integrity"

• Integrity (band) is an American punk rock band that started making music in 1988.
• Integrity 2000 is an album released by the band Integrity in 1999.
• Integrity is an album by British grime artist Jme, released in 2015.
• Integrity Blues is an album by the American rock band Jimmy Eat World, released in 2016.

Movies and TV Shows

• Anti-Corruption (also known as "Storm of Integrity") is a Hong Kong crime movie from 1975.
• "Integrity" (Modern Family) is an episode from the popular TV show Modern Family, which aired in 2015.
• A Man of Integrity is an Iranian drama film from 2017.
• Integrity is a Hong Kong crime film that came out in 2019.

Media Companies

• Integrity Media is a company that publishes and shares Christian music, movies, and other related materials.
• Integrity Records is an independent record label from Britain.

Integrity in Law and Rights

In law, integrity refers to important principles about people's rights and how countries should be respected.

Personal Rights

• Bodily integrity is a human right. It means that every person has the right to control their own body and make decisions about their health and physical self. No one should be able to touch or harm another person without their permission.

Country Borders

• Territorial integrity is a rule in international law. It means that a country's borders and land should be respected by other countries. No country should try to take land from another country by force.

Ships Named "Integrity"

Many ships throughout history have been named "Integrity."

• HMCS Integrity (1804) was a small ship called a cutter that disappeared in 1805 while sailing from Australia to Chile.
• HMS Integrity is a name that the Royal Navy (Britain's navy) has used for several of its ships over time.
• MV American Integrity is an American ship built in 1978.
• ARC Integrity is a large ship built in 1992 that carries vehicles.

Other Uses of "Integrity"

The word "Integrity" is also part of the names of different organizations.

• IntegrityBC is a non-profit group in Canada that works to make politics more fair and honest.
• Integrity Toys is an American company that makes toys.
• Global Integrity is a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. It works to keep an eye on how governments around the world are doing and tries to prevent corruption.