Software Piracy and IT Professionals

What is a common reason why IT professionals may be involved in software piracy?

Copying software from their work computers for use at home

What is a potential consequence of employees using their computers for non-work-related activities?

Eroding worker productivity and wasting time

What is a type of information that may be inappropriately shared in an organization?

Individuals' performance ratings

How has the popularity of Android smartphones contributed to software piracy?

By allowing users to download applications without paying Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential legal consequence of inappropriate use of computing resources?

Fines and lawsuits Signup and view all the answers

What is an ethical responsibility of IT users in an organization?

To respect the privacy of individuals' information Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial step in supporting the ethical practices of IT users?

Developing, communicating, and enforcing written guidelines Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in establishing guidelines for company software use?

Defining appropriate use of company software and associated resources Signup and view all the answers

Why do companies need to develop guidelines for IT resource use?

To encourage employees to respect corporate IT resources and use them to enhance their job performance Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a company's initiative to support remote work?

Helping employees buy hardware and software at corporate discount rates Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of not having clear guidelines for IT resource use?

Employees may visit objectionable Internet sites or use company email inappropriately Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for companies to establish clear guidelines for software use?

To prevent software piracy and promote ethical practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step in determining professional malpractice after a court finds that a defendant owed a duty of care?

Determining whether the duty was breached Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a breach of duty of care?

An IT professional throwing a lit cigarette into a fireworks factory Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the liability of professionals who breach their duty of care?

Professional malpractice Signup and view all the answers

Why have courts consistently rejected attempts to sue individual parties for computer-related malpractice?

Because IT professionals are not considered uniformly licensed professionals Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the failure to act as a reasonable person would act?

Breach of duty Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a professional breaching their duty of care?

A police officer not protecting a citizen from an attacker Signup and view all the answers