3. Computing and Ethics
The chapter discusses the intersection of computing and ethics, outlining the moral principles guiding the use of technology. It emphasizes the significance of ethical practices in promoting honesty, protecting privacy, and preventing misuse while highlighting key ethical issues such as intellectual property and cybersecurity. Furthermore, the chapter presents various laws related to computing and suggests best practices that users can adopt to promote responsible and ethical technology use.
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What we have learnt
- Computing and Ethics encompasses moral principles and professional standards for responsible use of technology.
- Key ethical issues include privacy, intellectual property, cybersecurity, digital footprint, and plagiarism.
- Best practices for ethical computing promote safety, respect, and integrity among users.
Key Concepts
- -- Ethics
- Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity, particularly in computing.
- -- Cyber Ethics
- A code of responsible behavior while using the internet and digital devices, focusing on respect and legal usage.
- -- Data Protection Laws
- Laws designed to protect personal data and privacy from misuse or unauthorized access.
- -- Digital Footprint
- The trail of data you leave behind when using the internet, including social media and online interactions.
- -- Intellectual Property
- Legally recognized rights to creations of the mind, such as inventions, designs, and artistic works.
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