Computer Ethics
Computer ethics (or cyber ethics) refer to ethical issues regarding technology, computers, communication devices, and on-line behavior. This affects more and more people in our society, including young children.
Problems with privacy, security, on-line etiquette, and “truthiness” are some areas of focus. This area spreads into other ethical areas (such as business ethics, relationship ethics, and professional ethics), as information sharing, globalization, and national security gain focus in our culture.
Difficulties with cyber ethics are complicated and inter-woven, and are usually poorly understood by all of the involved parties. As a result, ethical issues are hard to resolve.
Technology has exceeded our philosophy in this area, and is getting more attention and consideration in our laws, businesses, training programs, and universities.
There is a 10 commandments of computer ethics that helps roadmap this new genre of ethics, and provokes thought and consideration.
Is it ok to take pictures or video of a drunken friend with your mobile phone?
Your son's favorite hobby is playing an on-line role playing game, and he now has a top character on his server. Recently, however, he is being bullied and harassed to the point of tears while playing.
What do you do?
You sign on to an on-line dating service.
Do you portray accurate information, such as age, weight, and current pictures?