Computer Ethics Overview

Update your computer = Install latest software patches and fixes Routinely scan your system and connected devices = Detect and remove malware and viruses Use an anti-virus = Protect against malware and virus attacks ETHICS = Moral principles that guide human behavior

ETHOS = Moral principles that guide human behavior ETHICS = Study of human conduct with emphasis on right and wrong TECHNOLOGY ETHICS = Guiding precepts for regulating computer use Character = Greek meaning of ETHOS

Care for the soul = Focus of ETHICS Pursuit of good life = Goal of human actions Right action = Emphasis of ETHICS Computer use regulation = Scope of TECHNOLOGY ETHICS

Enable new crimes = Internet's impact on society Affect environment = Internet's impact on the environment Threaten social values = Internet's impact on values Improve communication = Internet's impact on communication

1. Identify and clearly describe the facts = Gather information about the dilemma
2. Define the conflict or dilemma = Identify the moral issue at stake
3. Identify the stakeholders = Determine who is affected by the dilemma
4. Identify the options = Generate possible solutions to the dilemma

COMPUTER ETHICS = Guiding principles for computer use TECHNOLOGY ETHICS = Moral guidelines for technology use Internet ethics = Rules for internet use Social values = Norms governing human behavior

Malware = Programs that act without a user's knowledge and deliberately alter computer operations Cybercrime = An online or Internet-based illegal act BotNet = A group of compromised computers or mobile devices connected to a network Digital Security Risk = Any event or action that could cause a loss of or damage to computer hardware, software, or data

Virus = A program that duplicates itself by infecting other programs Backdoor = A program or set of instructions that allows users to bypass security controls Spoofing = A technique intruders use to make their network transmission appear legitimate BotNet = A group of compromised computers or mobile devices connected to a network

DoS = A denial of service attack that disrupts computer access to an Internet service DDoS = A distributed denial of service attack that disrupts computer access to an Internet service Spoofing = A technique intruders use to make their network transmission appear legitimate Malware = Programs that act without a user's knowledge and deliberately alter computer operations

Computer Crime = Any illegal act involving the use of a computer or related devices Cybercrime = An online or Internet-based illegal act Digital Security Risk = Any event or action that could cause a loss of or damage to computer hardware, software, or data Zombie = A compromised computer or device connected to a network

Malware = Alters computer operations without user's knowledge Virus = Duplicates itself by infecting other programs Backdoor = Allows users to bypass security controls BotNet = A group of compromised computers or mobile devices connected to a network

Information transmitted over networks = Has a higher degree of security risk than information kept on an organization's premises Cybercrime = An online or Internet-based illegal act Malware = Programs that act without a user's knowledge and deliberately alter computer operations Zombie = A compromised computer or device connected to a network

Thou shalt not use a computer to steal = Avoid using a computer for unauthorized taking of someone else's property Thou shalt not snoop around in other people's files = Respect others' privacy and avoid unauthorized access to their information Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write = Consider the impact of your software on society before developing it Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect = Conduct yourself with decency and politeness when using a computer

Code of Conduct = A written guideline determining the ethical/unethical nature of a specification Green Computing = Efforts to reduce electricity consumption and environmental waste in tech usage Social Impact of Information Technology = The effect computing technologies have on society and vice versa IT Security = Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information

Using other people's computer resources without authorization = Thou shalt not use other people’s computer resources without authorization Appropriating other people's intellectual output = Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output Interfering with other people’s computer work = Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work Copying a software for which you have not paid = Thou shalt not use or copy a software for which you have not paid

IT Security = Ensuring data remains safe, secure, and confidential Ethical Computing = Practicing responsible and acceptable behavior with technology Privacy in Computing = Respecting individuals' rights to control their personal information Computer Misuse Act = Legislation preventing unauthorized access and malicious use of computers

Respecting intellectual property rights = Avoiding plagiarism and unauthorized use of others' work Ensuring data privacy = Protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access Considering societal impact of software = Evaluating how software can affect communities and individuals Promoting fair and ethical use of technology = Encouraging honest and responsible behavior when using digital tools

Confidentiality = Keeping data secure and only accessible to authorized individuals Integrity = Ensuring data remains accurate and consistent over time Availability = Ensuring data and resources are accessible when needed Ethical Hacking = Legally breaking into systems to identify security vulnerabilities