Unit 1: Computer & Information Ethics Flashcards
Intellectual Rights
1) Patent Infringement
2) Copyright Infringement
3) Trade Secrets
4) Confidential Info
Relativism
moral principles are dictated by cultural tastes & customs (e.g. topless bathing is legal in Europe and banned in America)
Divine Command
God = all knowing, sets morals & ethical standards
Utilitarianism
actions judged solely by consequence
Greater Good > individual happiness
Virtue
Morals are found internally
Duty-Based (Deontology)
adopting lifestyle in line with moral duties & rights
Unethical & Amoral Behaviour
not necessarily illegal or legal
Amoral = no sense of right or wrong
Social Justice
programming ethics into robots, who should be responsible for it
Intellectual Property
3D printing misuse, impose regulations?
Social Rules of Conduct
- Ignoring them can have an impact
- Considering them may provide health benefits
- Rejecting them may produce stress
Positive vs Negative Psychology
Positive: causes of happiness - honesty, generosity
Negative: causes of stress - cheating, stealing