Brandon_Tavares_EthicalComputing by Brandon M Tavares

Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics!

tavarebr — 2024-02-14 15:58:22 UTC

Thou shalt not use other people's computer resources without authorization or proper compensation
Thou shalt not appropriate other people's intellectual output
Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write
Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect for your fellow humans
Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people
Thou shalt not interfere with other people's computer work
Thou shalt not snoop around in other people's computer files
Thou shalt not use a computer to steal
Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness
Thou shalt not copy or use proprietary software for which you have not paid

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Q1. Which of the Ten Ethical Computing Guidelines do you think students violate most often?

tavarebr — 2024-02-14 17:03:16 UTC

Out of the 10 Ethical Computing Guidelines, I think that all of them get violated to some degree more or less than others.

Convenience: The availability of unethical resources that can be acquired is more than a handful. It's very easy to navigate the internet for anything including ways to harm, cheat, or use unauthorized software.

Lack of consequences: Due to the lack of obedience online, the consequences of doing these unethical actions are very low. It's easy to dodge consequences online.

Peer influence: Pressure from different social groups or friends can lead to unethical actions. Accessing someone's personal information without permission is unethical behavior.

Q2. Why do you think these violations occur?

tavarebr — 2024-02-14 17:18:04 UTC

The main reason that these violations occur is because of the lack of consequences for their actions. Online security is very trackable in many cases but not taken as seriously. People can commit hate speech online without getting in trouble because it's easier to get away with. Factors including time, money, and more energy to take action against unethical actions if greater.

Q3. What do you think could be done to reduce or eliminate such unethical behavior?

tavarebr — 2024-02-14 17:23:00 UTC

There are many implementations that can be formed to reduce unethical behavior.

Education and Awareness: Provide education on computer ethics and the ethical implications of technology use. Incorporate discussion on case studies, and real-world examples into technology courses. Raise awareness among students about the potential consequences of unethical behavior. Many people don't understand the internet, so awareness may help them.

Enforcement: Implement enforces of ethical computing policies, including actions of violations. Ensure that consequences for unethical behavior are consistent. Empower faculty members and administrators to address violations properly.

tavarebr — 2024-02-14 17:24:50 UTC