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WEEK 2
TOPIC: COMPUTER ETHICS
CONTENTS
- Meaning of Computer Ethics
- Responsible use of the computer
- Areas of misuse of computers
INTRODUCTION
The rate of advancement in technology has continued to have greater impact and influence in every areas of human endeavour which poses a great threat to security of information, intellectual Property right, privacy concerns, artificial intelligence, human communication, and the society, creating a drastic fall in ethical standards which is a bone of contention. Hence, the need to address these using ethical standards cannot be over-emphasized.
SUB-TOPIC 1: MEANING OF COMPUTER ETHICS
Computer Ethics: This refers to the set of moral principles that governs and regulate the behaviours of a group or individual on the acceptable use of computer.
Responsible Use of Computers
This refers to the proper etiquettes and attitudinal posture to display while handling or using a computer system to ensure maximum performance, confidentiality and respect for other people’s right. Hence, the following under listed rules must be adhered to and maintained;
- Avoid dropping food or liquids on the system.
- Avoid accessing restricted files on another person’s system
- Refrain from displaying or using offensive pictures as desktop background.
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