Ethical Impact of Using Ict

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Ethical impacts of using ICT 1. You cannot use a computer to harm other people. 2. You cannot interfere with other people's computer work. 3. You cannot snoop around in other people's files. 4. You cannot use a computer to steal. 5. You cannot use a computer to bear false witness. 6. You cannot use or copy software for which you have not paid. 7. You cannot use other people's computer resources without authorization. 8. You cannot appropriate other people's intellectual output. 9. You cannot use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect. Privacy- privacy is the right of people not to reveal information about themselves. Example: Today, e-banking and e-commerce are becoming a lifestyle. People tend to do transactions through internet. So privacy and data security become an issue. You can prevent hacking by using PIN numbers and changing passwords regularly. Crime- Stolen and counterfeit ATM cards are used to steal millions of dollars each year throughout the region. The anonymity of the machines makes some crimes easier and creates many new types of crime. Errors- Computer programs that process the information may contain thousands of errors. This errors can create wrong and misleading information about individuals and organisation. Errors might in result in financial loss. One of the key issues in society is the balance to be struck between a citizen’s rights to privacy and a governments’ obligation to keep its country safe secure. ICT has a huge impact to this issue. Some general points are: • Treat others the way you wish to be treated yourself. • Make sure you do not contravene legislation regarding use of computers and IT. • Use accurate details when referring to other Internet resources or sites. • Ensure that you are not wasteful of others’ resources when sending emails or in the design of your web

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