Ethical issues in cyberspace
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This document discusses cyberspace, ethical issues associated with its use, and efforts to protect it. Cyberspace refers to the virtual world created by interconnected computers and networks. Three main ethical issues are cited: illegal information, prejudicial information, and infringement on privacy and security. Examples are given of unethical practices like distributing fraudulent information or violating privacy. The conclusion states that while cyberspace delivers benefits, it can also be exploited for evil ends, so measures have been taken to safeguard information and communication technology users.
Ethical issues in cyberspace
- 2. Explain what cyberspace means; Cite at least three ethical issues in the use of cyberspace; Take an informed stand on the issue on cyberspace as boon or bane; and Describe efforts at cyberspace protection.
- 6. Understanding Cyberspace The space which shrouds the earth is electrically charged. The streak of lightning in our skies shows the powerful, often destructive, electrical energy around us. However, man the fashioner, has learn to tap natural resources like fire, air for his benefit. Therefore, man has enlivened his cities with light, supply potable water to homes, and has tapped the air for leisure, travel and communication.
- 9. The Positive Role of Information and Communication Technology
- 10. 3 Main Types Issues with Ethical Implications
- 12. Unethical and Illegal Practice Examples Illegal Information: Fraudulent information, violation of privacy, false rumors, obscene information, libelous information, civil rights violation, gambling information. Prejudicial Information: False rumors, drug information, sex information, violent information. Infringement on Privacy and Security: e.g. The publication of the topless photograph of the Duchess of Cambridge which was in the news recently.
- 14. Conclusion: 1. Cyberspace is used to describe the virtual world of computers. For example, an object in cyberspace refers to a block of data floating around a computer system or network of computers . So, after sending an email to your friend you could say you sent the message to her through cyberspace. 2. Cyberspace is both a boon and a curse. It is delivering untold benefits to individuals, businesses, government and society as a whole. But it is also tool and a target for those with more evil intensions. 3. A lot of measure have been introduced to protect ICT users.