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How has the Internet influenced global communication?

What are the primary ethical concerns associated with data privacy online?

In what ways has the Internet contributed to the digital divide?

How do online platforms balance freedom of speech with content moderation?

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According to the American Psychological Association, the Internet presents ethical challenges such as privacy concerns and the balance between freedom of speech and content moderation.

The Internet’s ethical challenges

According to the Internet Society (2021), the development of the TCP/IP protocol in the 1980s allowed the Internet to expand worldwide.

https://www.internetsociety.org

The Markkula Center for Applied Ethics discusses net neutrality as a foundational ethical principle, emphasizing equal access to online content.

https://www.scu.edu/ethics/focus-areas/internet-ethics/resources/what-is-internet-ethics/

Purdue University Global identifies misuse of personal information and data breaches as significant ethical issues in information technology.

https://www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/information-technology/ethics-information-technology/

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APA’s Ethics Director Stephen Behnke answers questions about whether or not you should Google your clients or ‘friend’ a student on Facebook.

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The tension between privacy and security online raises questions about the extent to which personal data should be accessible to governments and corporations.

The concept of net neutrality underscores the importance of maintaining an open Internet where all content is treated equally, preventing discrimination by Internet service providers.

The prevalence of data breaches highlights the need for robust cybersecurity measures and ethical guidelines to protect user information.

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Privacy vs. Security:

"The collection of user data by companies without consent poses significant privacy concerns, challenging the balance between individual rights and national security."

Freedom of Speech vs. Hate Speech:

"Determining the boundary between protecting free expression and preventing harmful content online remains a complex ethical issue."

Data Ownership:

"The monetization of personal data by digital platforms raises questions about user autonomy and the ethical use of information."