Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

A set of guidelines that outline ethical standards for the use of computers.

Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people

It is immoral to create programs or applications that can cause harm to individuals.

Computer viruses

Programs that interfere with others' computer work by deleting files or displaying unwanted messages.

Thou shalt not access other people's computer files

Reading someone else's emails or files is a violation of their privacy.

Theft in computing

Accessing bank accounts or company resources unlawfully is treated as robbery in the digital world.

Fake news on social media

False information shared online that can cause unnecessary harm to people.

Proprietary software

Software that is legally protected, and using it without payment or permission is unethical.

User IDs and passwords

Authentication tools used in multiuser systems to protect data and enforce resource allocation.

Intellectual property

Creative works that are legally protected, where copying without consent is considered piracy.

Social consequences of programming

The consideration that programmers should have about how their software affects individuals and society.

Ethical computer use

Using technology responsibly and thoughtfully, considering its impact on others.