Computer Ethics
Computer ethics deals with the procedures, values and practices that govern the process of consuming computing technology and its related disciplines without damaging or violating the moral values and beliefs of any individual, organization or entity. It is very important that as engineers and computer scientists, we study ethics. Engineers have the power to create. We create everything from machines to medicines to software. Having a code of ethics helps to ensure that the things we build are for good and not harm. Commandments of Computer Ethics: • Commandment 1: Simply put: Do not use the computer in ways that may harm other people. Explanation: This commandment says that it is unethical to use a computer to harm another user. It is not limited to physical injury. It includes harming or corrupting other users' data or files. The commandment states that it is wrong to use a computer to steal someone's personal information. Manipulating or destroying files of other users is ...