Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics by Michael Cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq A guideline for ethical computer practices. en-us 2018-02-17 22:29:33 UTC 2025-12-12 15:31:54 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Bigthunderstorm.png The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics: michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633063 A list with brief descriptions of each commandment.]]> 2018-02-17 22:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633063 Commandment #1: Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other peoples michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633145 Do not use the computer in ways that may harm other people.]]> 2018-02-17 22:51:05 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633145 Commandment #2: Thou shalt not interfere with other people's computer work michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633171 Do not use computer technology to cause interference in other users' work.]]> 2018-02-17 22:51:46 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633171 Commandment #3: Thou shalt not snoop around in other people's computer files michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633203 Do not spy on another person's computer data.]]> 2018-02-17 22:52:12 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633203 Commandment #4: Thou shalt not use a computer to steal michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633289 Do not use computer technology to steal information.]]> 2018-02-17 22:52:42 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633289 Commandment #5: Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633349 Do not contribute to the spread of misinformation using computer technology.]]> 2018-02-17 22:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633349 Commandment #6: Thou shalt not copy or use proprietary software for which you have not paid (without permission) michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633362 Refrain from copying software or buying pirated copies. Pay for software unless it is free.]]> 2018-02-17 22:53:29 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633362 Commandment #7: Thou shalt not use other people's computer resources without authorization or proper compensation michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633503 Do not use someone else's computer resources unless authorized to.]]> 2018-02-17 22:54:42 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633503 Commandment #8: Thou shalt not appropriate other people's intellectual output michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633507 It is wrong to claim ownership on a work which is the output of someone else's intellect]]> 2018-02-17 22:54:53 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633507 Commandment #9: Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you are writing or the system you are designing michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633511 Before developing a software, think about the social impact it can have.]]> 2018-02-17 22:54:59 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633511 Commandment #10: Thou shalt always use a computer in was that ensure consideration and respect for your fellow humans michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633512 In using computers for communication, be respectful and courteous with the fellow members.]]> 2018-02-17 22:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633512 The most violated commandment by students is: michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633772 Commandment #8]]> 2018-02-17 22:57:54 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232633772 Commandment #8 is the most common violation because: michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232643128 It is much easier to copy another person's work than to create something original. Students have access to a nearly unlimited supply of ideas that are spread across the internet. With such a large amount of options to choose from, it makes the decision of taking and tinkering someone else's work extremely tempting.]]> 2018-02-18 02:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232643128 What do you think could be done to reduce or eliminate such unethical behavior? michael_cicero https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232643139 Seeing as how there are already strict rules in place to prevent these sort of occurrences, it is clear that students are willing to take the risk of plagiarizing no matter the consequences. The only possible solution that I could think of would be to change the academic system in a way that incentivizes students to generate original work as opposed to simply completing one of their many tasks.]]> 2018-02-18 02:40:24 UTC https://padlet.com/michael_cicero/59rijyrbqsqq/wish/232643139