Ethical Computing Wall Information by Taylor M Colter

Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

colterta — 2025-09-23 22:26:48 UTC

Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people
Thou shalt not interfere with others 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 (without permission).
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 consequence of the program you are writing or the system you are designing.
Thou shalt always use a computer in ways that ensure consideration and respect for your fellow humans.

Which Rule Gets Broken Often?

colterta — 2025-09-23 22:38:53 UTC

Rules 7 and 8 are the commandments broken most by students. Both these rules consist of not copy others work without permission or giving credit to the actual source. Many students violate these commandments when they plagiarize or copy others work and call it their own.

Ways to Reduce or Elimante Unethical Behavior

colterta — 2025-09-23 22:47:16 UTC

Restrictions on websites
Educational Awareness
Creation of Laws and Policies
Access Control could be monitored:
- ex: two factor authentication
Consequences for misuse

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colterta — 2025-09-26 02:05:13 UTC

An example of breaking the first commandment is cyberbullying. Its important to always be kind to others online and when using a computer. Cyberbullying is a serious issue in society and it can be stopped if we raise awareness and safety online.