Internet Safety and Ethical Behavior

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What is the primary reason why creating worms and computer viruses for malicious purposes is considered morally bad?

To steal information or destroy data (correct)

To cure or prevent destructive systems

To serve as a vaccine against malware

To gather information to protect computer users

Why is plagiarism considered morally bad according to the text?

It is an act of sharing knowledge

It improves teamwork and collaboration

It helps in spreading new ideas

It involves lying, cheating, theft, and dishonesty (correct)

What is an ethical hacker typically employed to do?

Identify and fix security vulnerabilities (correct)

Exploit networks for personal gain

Penetrate computer systems to cause damage

Create harmful viruses for security testing

Why should any computer document produced by an individual remain private according to the text?

To ensure security and privacy of the document (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one acceptable scenario where copying programs written by other programmers is not considered plagiarism?

When using the programs for personal learning (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is creating a back-up copy of commercial software restricted according to the text?

To prevent software piracy and unauthorized use (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is computer ethics?

A set of moral principles governing the behavior related to computers (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why does computer ethics advise against unauthorized duplication of copyrighted content?

Because it violates intellectual property rights (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is intellectual property in the context of computer ethics?

Creations of the intellect like inventions and artistic works (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is accessing someone's personal information on a computer system considered unethical?

Because it violates privacy concerns and ethical principles (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of computer ethics, what does file privacy refer to?

The protection of the confidentiality of files on a computer system (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does computer ethics relate to plagiarism?

It regulates the fair use of copyrighted material (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main moral issue with software piracy?

Reproducing a copy of the software for profit (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which action related to software piracy is considered morally acceptable?

Producing backup copies of licensed software (A) Signup and view all the answers

What defines spamming over the Internet as morally bad?

Intentionally destroying others' privacy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main ethical concern with the creation of worms and computer viruses?

Destroying and violating others' privacy rights (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is making a contribution considered essential in being a good network user?

To share helpful information and summaries obtained from requests (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which action related to file privacy is recommended to prevent unethical use of personal information?

Protecting personal information from unauthorized use (C) Signup and view all the answers

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