Ethical Computing Information Wall by Mirian A Caguana

The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 02:47:13 UTC

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.
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 Are Writing Or The System You Are Designing.
Thou Shalt Always Use A Computer In Ways That Insure Consideration And Respect For Your Fellow Humans.

Video explaining the importance of these commandments

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 02:57:02 UTC

An article giving a deeper understanding of these Commandments

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 03:01:58 UTC

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

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 03:11:08 UTC

I believe that Commandment number 1, is mostly violated by students. Commandment number 1 says, “Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people.” Students often break this rule because they may bully others online, spread hurtful messages, or post things without thinking about the impact. Sometimes they don’t realize that their actions online can cause real emotional harm. Since it feels less serious behind a screen, many students end up violating this commandment.

Q2. Why do you think these violations occur?

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 03:14:37 UTC

These violations happen mostly because students don’t always think about the consequences of their actions online. They may see it as just a joke or think it’s not serious since it’s happening on a computer or phone. Many probably think it’s less intense since they are not doing these jokes in person but behind a screen, which makes them feel more protected in a way. Peer pressure and wanting attention can also push them to act in harmful ways, without realizing the real harm they can cause.

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

caguanmi — 2025-09-29 03:15:40 UTC

To reduce this behavior, students should be taught early about digital responsibility and how their online actions affect others. Schools and parents can create clear rules and consequences for harmful online behavior. Encouraging kindness and respect, even behind a screen, can help students think twice before acting. If students understand that online jokes can hurt just like in person, they may act more responsibly.