Information Technology INT1001
Lecture 11Ethical, Legal & Social
Issues in IT1
Computers Are Your Future
Tenth Edition
Chapter 1: Computers & You
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Ethics
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
An ethical principle is the justification used to determine whether a rule or act is morally right or wrong.
Computer ethics take basic ethical principles and apply them to daily computer use.
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
An act is considered ethical if: Society would benefit if everyone
acted in the same manner. It treats people as an end rather than
a means to an end. Impartial observers would rate it as
fair to all concerned parties.
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Computers, Society, & You
Computer ethics involve moral dilemmas relating to computer usage.
Unethical behavior includes sending viruses, stealing credit card information, computer stalking, and installing illegitimate copies of software on computers.
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
The acceptable- use policy is a set of rules to be followed when using computers at school or a place of business.
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
Rules for using school or business computers: Respect yourself
Never give account passwords to others Never use the Internet in a manner that
may reflect badly on you Respect others
Share computer resources Act professionally
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
Rules for using school or business computers (continued): Respect academic integrity
Cite text copied from the Internet Obtain permission to use pictures from
the Internet Refrain from misusing software
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Computer Ethicsfor Computer Users
Ten Commandments for Computer Ethics—Background Developed by the Computer Ethics
Institute of the Brookings Institution Applicable for computer
programmers, system designers, and all computer users
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
The Ten Commandments include: Not using computers to hurt or interfere
with computer work of others Not looking at others’ files or using the
computer to steal from or lie about others Not using or copying proprietary software
that was not purchased by the user Not using others’ computer resources or
intellectual property without authorization
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
Netiquette A series of guidelines to be followed
when using the Internet Results in a more respectful
environment Use with discussion forums and e-mail
and instant messages
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Computer Ethics for Computer Users
While psychologists do not agree regarding the effects of playing violent computer video games, the fact is that computer video games are becoming more violent.
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Computer Ethics for Organizations
Although common, employees should not conduct personal business on their computers while at work.
Businesses and organizations have an obligation to protect their data from being lost or damaged and from inaccuracies and misuse.
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Computer Ethics for Computer Professionals
Professionals should follow a code of professional ethics.
Many professional groups develop codes of conduct for their members to follow.
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Computer Ethics for Computer Professionals
The most important goals at the heart of each code of ethics for computer professionals should be to ensure that human life is protected and to safeguard others from harm or injury.
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Plagiarism Is the use of another’s ideas, writings,
or intellectual property without his or her permission
Is unethical and illegal Has existed for a long time Is now easier, and therefore more
tempting, because of the Internet
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Copyright infringement occurs when copyrighted material is plagiarized.
The fair use doctrine allows limited use of copyrighted material for research, education, and commentary. Use brief selection May not compromise the commercial
value of the original work
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Libel The publication of untrue assertions
about a person or entity that results in injury to the person or entity.
Ease of computer use makes it ripe for libel.
Posting a document on the Internet is publishing it.
Ensure that anything you publish is true.
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Software piracy: Copying or distributing copyrighted software.
Users purchase a software license. The license grants that user the right
to back up and install the software. Software may only be used on one
machine at a time. Making copies for others is illegal.Copyright © 2009 Pearson Education, Inc. Publishing as Prentice Hall 20
It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Public domain software Free to users May be copied and modified without any
legal repercussions Shareware
Users may use freely during a trial period.
Users must buy the software to continue use.
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
General Public License (GPL) Under the auspices of the Free Software
Foundation Users may copy, use, and modify freely
as long as software Site license: A contract that permits
an entity to install software on multiple computers at a reduced cost.
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It’s Not Just Unethical, It’s Illegal Too
Sharing copyrighted files is illegal. Includes music and movies May result in fines or jail terms Does not matter whether user is
downloading the copyrighted files for his or her own use or uploading the files to share with others
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Computers, Society, & You
Computers provide disabled and disadvantaged people with added support and opportunities.
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Being a responsible computer user starts with understanding how one’s manner of computer use affects others.
Be aware of e-waste and the proper disposal of outdated computer hardware.
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Computers, Society, & You
When using computer hardware: Do not plug too many devices into
electrical outlets. Use surge protectors. Place hardware where it can’t fall or be
damaged. Provide adequate space for air
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Stay informed about advances in computer technology. Upgrading software will ensure
that users have the latest software features.
Staying informed can help users protect themselves from computer viruses.
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Computers, Society, & You
Ergonomics Computer-related Repetitive Stress
Injury Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Tendonitis
Computer Vision Syndrome Computer Addiction Green Computing
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What You’ve Learned
A computer is a device that can perform the information-processing cycle: input, processing, output, and storage.
A computer system is made up of hardware and software.
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What You’ve Learned
Some form of risk exists when using computer hardware and software.
Computers can be misused or used as a benefit. Computer ethics guide how a computer should be used.
Computers are causing a shift in employment, creating new job opportunities at the same time.
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What You’ve Learned
Computer users should be responsible and concerned about the effects of their computer actions on others and the environment.
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