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    This document outlines computer ethics guidelines proposed by Ramon C. Barquin in 1992 called "The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics". It presents 10 ethical rules for using computers such as not using them to harm people, steal, spread false information, or claim ownership over content you did not create. It also discusses general etiquette for online communication including considering social implications, avoiding shouting or personal attacks, and not wasting other's time or resources without permission. Finally, it poses examples of ethical dilemmas involving digital content theft, online bullying, and student/school rights regarding technology use.

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    This document outlines computer ethics guidelines proposed by Ramon C. Barquin in 1992 called "The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics". It presents 10 ethical rules for using computers such as not using them to harm people, steal, spread false information, or claim ownership over content you did not create. It also discusses general etiquette for online communication including considering social implications, avoiding shouting or personal attacks, and not wasting other's time or resources without permission. Finally, it poses examples of ethical dilemmas involving digital content theft, online bullying, and student/school rights regarding technology use.

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    This document outlines computer ethics guidelines proposed by Ramon C. Barquin in 1992 called "The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics". It presents 10 ethical rules for using computers such as not using them to harm people, steal, spread false information, or claim ownership over content you did not create. It also discusses general etiquette for online communication including considering social implications, avoiding shouting or personal attacks, and not wasting other's time or resources without permission. Finally, it poses examples of ethical dilemmas involving digital content theft, online bullying, and student/school rights regarding technology use.

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    This document outlines computer ethics guidelines proposed by Ramon C. Barquin in 1992 called "The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics". It presents 10 ethical rules for using computers such as not using them to harm people, steal, spread false information, or claim ownership over content you did not create. It also discusses general etiquette for online communication including considering social implications, avoiding shouting or personal attacks, and not wasting other's time or resources without permission. Finally, it poses examples of ethical dilemmas involving digital content theft, online bullying, and student/school rights regarding technology use.

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    COMPUTER ETHICS

    Expected behavior on the digital playing field.


    THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
    Proposed and created in 1992 by the Computer Ethics Institute by Ramon C. Barquin.
    THOU SHALL NOT USE A COMPUTER IN WAYS THAT
    MAY HARM PEOPLE.
    Dont hurt people.
    THOU SHALL NOT INTERFERE WITH OTHER PEOPLE'S
    COMPUTER WORK.
    Dont stop others from doing work.
    THOU SHALL NOT SNOOP AROUND IN OTHER
    PEOPLE'S COMPUTER FILES.
    Dont spy.
    THOU SHALL NOT USE A COMPUTER TO STEAL.
    Stealing is stealing- even if its just data.
    THOU SHALL NOT USE A COMPUTER TO FALSE WITNESS
    Dont spread false information.
    THOU SHALL NOT COPY OR USE PROPRIETARY
    SOFTWARE FOR WHICH YOU HAVE NOT PAID.
    Its still stealing.
    THOU SHALL NOT USE OTHER PEOPLE'S COMPUTER RESOURCES
    WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION OR PROPER COMPENSATION.
    Stealing. Did we mention stealing?
    THOU SHALL NOT APPROPRIATE OTHER PEOPLE'S
    INTELLECTUAL OUTPUT.
    Dont claim ownership over something you didnt create (i.e. text, images, etc)
    THOU SHALL THINK ABOUT THE SOCIAL CONSEQUENCES OF THE
    PROGRAM YOU ARE WRITING OR THE SYSTEM YOU ARE DESIGNING.
    Think about the social implications of what you create.
    THOU SHALL ALWAYS USE A COMPUTER IN WAYS THAT ENSURE
    CONSIDERATION AND RESPECT FOR YOUR FELLOW HUMANS.
    Be aware people are behind the computers.
    NETIQUETTE
    We should all be aware of others
    and the things that may or may not
    offend or hurt people.

    Be responsible for yourself and


    your actions.

    Remember who you are offline


    when online.

    Why do we feel more comfortable


    online being jerks? Think before
    you talk AND type.
    GENERAL NETIQUETTE

    In general, do not waste other people's time, be


    disruptive, or threaten.

    Do not take up network storage space with large,


    unnecessary files; these should be downloaded.

    Do not look at other people's files or use other


    systems without permission.

    When joining a bulletin board or discussion


    group, check the FAQ (frequently asked
    questions) file before asking questions.

    Remember that on-line communications lack the


    nuances of tone, facial expression, and body
    language. Write clearly. Try to spell correctly and
    to use good grammar.
    GENERAL NETIQUETTE
    Add emoticons, or Smileys --expressive symbols--to
    clarify meaning.

    Do not SHOUT needlessly. Capital letters are the on-


    line equivalent of shouting.

    Use asterisks to give emphasis, but do so *sparingly*.

    Sign messages, and include an e-mail address when


    writing to strangers, just in case a message's header is
    lost.

    Personal attacks or complaints are called flaming. Be


    discriminate: flaming can turn into flame wars and
    disrupt discussion groups.

    People who become too obnoxious can be banned


    from a system or simply ignored. A "kill file" will
    automatically erase messages sent from a person who
    has become intolerable.
    EXAMPLES OF COMPUTER
    ETHICAL DILEMMAS
    Is it wrong to steal digital content?

    Is it wrong to anonymously bully


    or put down someone?

    Is it wrong to post information


    that could potentially cause harm?

    Is it wrong to create a virus?

    Is it wrong to replace a physical


    worker with someone online?
    EXAMPLES OF COMPUTER
    ETHICAL DILEMMAS

    What should students be allowed


    to do with school issued
    technology?

    What should schools be allowed


    to do with school issued
    technology?
    EXAMPLES OF COMPUTER
    ETHICAL DILEMMAS

    Computer Ethic Scenarios and


    Discussion!

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