Ethics and Ownership Flashcards
(32 cards)
What are ethics?
Knowing what is right and wrong and choosing to do the right thing
What are computer ethics?
Rules about how people should use computers nicely and fairly
Who gives rules for computer behaviour?
Groups like BCS and IEEE
What does ‘Public Interest’ mean?
Do things that help people and keep them safe
What does ‘Judgement and Integrity’ mean?
Make smart choices and always tell the truth
What is ‘Ethical Practice’?
Do good things
What is ‘Lifelong Learning’?
Keep learning new things forever
How many big rules are in the IEEE code?
Eight
What is the ‘Public’ rule?
Help people with your work
What is the ‘Client and Employer’ rule?
Help your boss and customers
What is the ‘Product’ rule?
Make your computer programs really good
What is the ‘Judgement’ rule?
Make honest and smart decisions
What is the ‘Management’ rule?
Be a good leader and help your team be honest
What is the ‘Profession’ rule?
Make your job look good by doing it right
What is the ‘Colleagues’ rule?
Be kind and fair to your work friends
What is the ‘Self’ rule?
Keep learning and be a good person at work
What is data ownership?
You own your own stuff (like your pictures or files)
What is copyright?
A rule that says, “This is mine — don’t copy without asking”
Why do we need computer laws?
To stop people from stealing ideas or programs
What is free software?
Computer programs you can use, share, and change for free
What is the rule for sharing free software?
If you share it, you must keep it free for others too
What is open source software?
A program where you can see and fix the code yourself
What is shareware?
A program you try for free before buying
What is commercial software?
A program you pay for before you can use everything
