Moral and Ethical Issues in Digital Technology

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the moral, ethical, environmental, and social implications of digital technology.

Moral

A personal code of conduct that encompasses how we choose to behave and the decisions we make at the expense of others.

Ethics

Concerns our values as a community and how these values impact different groups in society.

Automated Decision Making

The use of algorithms to make decisions that can significantly affect people's lives.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The ability of a computer to replicate human intelligence and cognitive abilities.

Environmental Effects

Impacts of technological devices on the environment, such as e-waste and greenhouse gas emissions.

Censorship

The act of suppressing content that individuals can view, publish, and access.

Data Mining

The process of analyzing large amounts of data to make inferences about individuals' behavior.

Piracy

The unauthorized copying of content, such as software or media, which is illegal.

Offensive Communications

Any type of online harassment, including cyberbullying or stalking.

Layout in Web Design

The arrangement of elements on a webpage, crucial for usability and accessibility.

Colour Paradigms

How different colors are interpreted culturally and their significance in web design.

Character Sets

Standards for encoding characters, with Unicode being the preferred set for its wide range.