Ethical Computing Information Wall by Gabriel A Borges

The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

borgesga — 2024-08-09 00:29:44 UTC

Do not use a computer to harm others.
Do not interfere with others' computer work.
Do not snoop around in others' files.
Do not use a computer to steal.
Do not use a computer to bear false witness.
Do not copy or use software without paying for it.
Do not use others' computer resources without authorization.
Do not appropriate others' intellectual output.
Consider the social consequences of the programs you write or systems you design.
Always use computers in ways that show respect and consideration for others.

Q1 Answer

borgesga — 2024-08-09 00:44:16 UTC

I believe students violate the "Do not copy or use software without paying for it" the most by gaining access to textbooks that should be paid for.

Q2 Answer

borgesga — 2024-08-09 00:50:40 UTC

This occurs because students may not have the funds to pay for books that could cost upwards of 400 dollars per book. Another reason could be how students believe there is no risk of pirating books, as others may pirate do not get caught (following the crowd).

Q3 Answer

borgesga — 2024-08-09 00:59:37 UTC

To remedy this issue, we need to provide ways for students to easily access these educational materials. This could be ways such as providing discounted or free textbooks and strengthening student ethics policies in colleges (making and enforcing better deterrents).

borgesga — 2024-08-09 01:01:17 UTC

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borgesga — 2024-08-09 01:04:49 UTC