Social and Professional Issues in IT

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What is a primary focus of the course on social and professional issues in computing?

Learning programming languages exclusively

Focusing on digital marketing strategies

Studying social impacts and ethical responsibilities (correct)

Exploring hardware upgrades

Which topic covers the consequences of unauthorized access to digital information?

Ethics for IT Workers and IT Users

Freedom of Expression

Cyber Attacks and Cybersecurity (correct)

Intellectual Property

What is one of the learning outcomes related to cyberattacks in the course?

To implement a strong security program (correct)

To develop new programming languages

To increase the number of online users

To assess software usability

Which topic would likely address the ethical considerations for IT organizations?

Ethics of IT Organization Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is NOT included in the course topics?

Marketing Strategies for IT Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following topics deals with the implications of technology on societal norms?

Impact of Information Technology on Society Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily studied under 'Intellectual Property' in the course?

Ownership rights of digital content Signup and view all the answers

Which topic might address the balance between individual rights and digital content restrictions?

Freedom of Expression Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor in determining the effects of computer incidents according to the course?

Implementing security measures Signup and view all the answers

What is a common aim of cyberattacks?

To steal sensitive information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical form of cyberattack?

Spam filtering Signup and view all the answers

What role does ethics play in cybersecurity discussions?

It guides the use of data and technology responsibly Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'malware'?

Software intended to harm or exploit systems Signup and view all the answers

Why is the protection of personal data increasingly important?

Individuals face greater risks of identity theft Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant consequence of a successful cyberattack on an organization?

Loss of sensitive customer data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ethical guidelines in information technology?

To promote transparency and accountability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a strategy to combat cyberthreats?

Implementing strong passwords Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cyberattack involves overwhelming a network with traffic?

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Signup and view all the answers

How can individuals best protect themselves from cyberattacks?

By regularly updating software and security systems Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

This course examines the social impact, implications, and effects of computers.
It covers the responsibilities of computer professionals in developing and managing information systems.
Specific topics include the history of computing, computer applications, their impact, the computing profession, legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals, and career paths in computing.

Course Table of Contents

Topic 1: Orientation
Topic 2: Overview of Ethics
Topic 3: Ethics for IT Workers and Users
Topic 4: Cyberattacks and Cybersecurity
Topic 5: Privacy
Topic 6: Freedom of Expression
Topic 7: Intellectual Property
Topic 8: Ethical Decision-Making in Systems Development
Topic 9: Impact of Information Technology on Society
Topic 10: Social Media
Topic 11: Ethics of IT Organizations

Lesson 3: Cyberattacks and Cybersecurity

Learning Outcomes:
- Understanding factors contributing to computer incidents and their effects.
- Implementing a robust security program to prevent cyberattacks.
- Actions to take in case of a successful security intrusion.

Learning Objectives (Lesson 3)

Why are computer incidents prevalent, and what are their effects?
Steps to implement a strong security program to prevent cyberattacks.
Actions required in response to successful security intrusions.

The Threat Landscape (Lesson 3)

IT security involves complex trade-offs.
Consider the effort and cost needed to safeguard against computer crime.
Evaluate difficulty and cost increases for security measures.
Explore options if a firm becomes a victim of cybercrime (prosecution, low profile, customer notification, other actions.)

Why Computer Incidents Are So Prevalent (Lesson 3)

Increasing complexity increases vulnerability.
Expanding network entry points increase security risks.
Changes and expansion of IT systems introduce new risks.
Maintaining technology, performing ongoing assessments, and responding to new threats are important for IT organizations.
Employee use of personal devices (BYOD) introduces access control considerations and risks.

Classifying Perpetrators of Computer Crime (Lesson 3)

Black hat hacker: Violates computer/Internet security maliciously or for illegal personal gain.
Cracker: Causes problems, steals data, corrupts systems.
Malicious insider: An employee or contractor targeting financial gain or system disruption.
Industrial spy: Steals trade secrets for unfair competitive advantage.
Cybercriminal: Attacks systems for financial gain.
Hacktivist: Uses attacks to promote a political ideology.
Cyberterrorist: Targets government infrastructure, financial institutions, and other critical assets for harmful purposes.

Types of Exploits (Lesson 3)

Ransomware: Malware stopping computer use or data access unless a ransom is paid.
Virus: Disguised programming code causing unexpected/undesirable behavior.
Worm: Harmful program in active memory, self-replicating.
Trojan horse: Program with hidden malicious code.
Logic bomb: Code that executes at a specific time or event.
Blended threat: Combines virus, worm, Trojan activities.
Spam: Unsolicited email sent to large numbers.
CAN-SPAM Act: Regulates spam practices.
CAPTCHA: Test to distinguish humans from computers.

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This quiz explores the key social and professional issues related to information technology, including ethics, cybersecurity, and privacy. It also examines the responsibilities of IT professionals in today's digital landscape. Test your understanding of the implications of technology on society and ethical decision-making in computing.