Moral and Ethical Issues Flashcards
1
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Define artificial intelligence
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The capability of a machine to perceive its environment and take the appropriate steps to maximise the success of its programmed goals
2
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What is internet censorship?
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The suppression or control of content that can be accessed, viewed or published on the internet
3
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Define piracy
A
The illegal access or use of copyrighted work without the permission of the copyright holder
4
Q
When faced with AI problems what should you consider? (ASAL)
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Accountability
Safety
Algorithmic bias
Legal liability
5
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Define algorithmic bias
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Designing an algorithm to prioritise certain outputs over others or favor one group of users over another
6
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State 3 environmental effects of computer technology
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- Huge demand on finite resources
- Replacing devices every few years
- Uses a lot of fossil fuels to produce
- data centres use up 2% of global energy consumption
- Computers contain toxic components
- Disposed devices are shipped to countries with lower standards
- People are exposed to dangerous chemicals
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