Definition of Ethics

Computer ethics is a system of moral standards or values used as a guideline for computer users. Examples of ethical computer code of conducts include:

sending warning about viruses to other computer users asking permission before sending any business advertisements to others using information with authorization

Ten important instructions of computer ethics

1) You shall not use a computer to harm other people. 2) You shall not interfere with other peoples computer work. 3) You shall not use a computer to steal. 4) You shall not copy or use software for which you have not paid illegally. 5) You shall not use other peoples computer resources without permission or proper compensation.

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6) You shall not look around in other peoples computer files. 7) You shall not use a computer to give false identity. 8) You shall not correct other peoples ideas or works. 9) You shall think about the social effects of the program you are writing or the system you are designing. 10) You shall always use a computer in ways that ensure consideration and respect for your fellow friends.

Activity 1
Questions: 1. What is the meaning of computer ethics ? 2. State the 10 instructions in computer ethics.

Instructions: Read the statements below then put a tick () in the relevant boxes. Number 1 2 3 4 5 Statement Use a computer to steal information Use other peoples computer resources with authorization Use software for which you have not paid. Interfere with other peoples computer work. Do not use a computer to accept false view. Ethical Unethical

Definition of Copyright
Copyright is the legal right given to the owner of a copyright to prevent others from copying an artistic works, literary, dramatic or music work. Copyright symbol Abbreviated as (c) or .

Copyright Violation (Breaking of Copyright Law)

A person who does not own the copyright, and without license from the owner or does not have permission in use of works covered by copyright law has broken the copyright law.

Activity 2
Search from internet : - Definition of Copyright Violation - Example of Copyright Violation - Effect of Copyright Violation

Unethical use of computers

modifying certain information on the internet, affecting the accuracy of the information selling information to other parties without the owners permission using information without permission involvement in stealing software invasion of privacy

Activity 3
Search from internet : - Effects of Unethical Use of Computers.