Ethical Computing Information Wall by Kamila Alasfar

Identify The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:04:43 UTC

Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people.
Thou shalt not interfere with other people's computer work.
Thou shalt noy snoop around in other people's 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.
Thou shalt not use other people's computer resources without authorization.
Thou shalt not appropriate other people's intellectual output.
Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you are writing or the system you are designing.
Thou shalt always use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect for your fellow humans.

Anti-cyberbullying

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:06:55 UTC

Stop the spread of fake news, impersonation, and false claims!!

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:08:30 UTC

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

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:27:25 UTC

I think students violate Commandment #8 the most, Copying or using proprietary software without paying. Students will often download the free versions of apps that require a subscription or copy and paste online content without properly citing their resources.

Why do you think these violations occur?

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:36:23 UTC

I think these violations occur due to a multitude of reasons such as convenience & cost, lack of awareness, and peer influence. Software or resources that require a subscription are often times expensive, so the free/illegal versions are easier for students. Moreover, many students don't fully understand the magnitude of copyright laws or the consequences of plagiarism. Lastly, seeing fellow peers using pirated apps normalizes this type of behavior.

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

alasfaka — 2025-09-29 03:43:10 UTC

1. Making students aware and educated such as attending regular workshops on digital ethics and plagiarism can help scare them away from practicing these unethical behaviors.

Platforms offering free/open-source software and student discounts can help students shy away from using pirated sites.
Encouraging creativity, originality, and respect for the time and effort other people put into their work will help students stop and think before they practice these unethical behaviors.