Ethics Unit 1
What does ethical mean? Following rules or doing the right thing
What is computer hacking? Gaining access to online information without permission.
Examples of hacking Accessing school records from home to change grades Accessing bank records and changing numbers
Consequences of hacking Suspension from school Criminal conviction –Including fines –Imprisonment
What is computer piracy? The coping of ones computer software or other digital information without permission.
Examples of piracy? Copying CD’s or DVD's Software programs that you did not purchase such as: – Microsoft programs –Videos games
What is a computer virus? Computer programs that ruin computer files or hard drives
What is the common way a virus is sent? Phishing –The act of sending an to a user falsely claiming to be an established legitimate enterprise in an attempt to scam the user into surrendering private information that will be used for identity theft enterprise – htmlhttp:// html
What are computer worms? Self-replicating computer program. It does not need a program to attach it self to. Always cause harm
What is invasion of privacy? Accessing someone’s private information without permission. Spreads lies about people
Consequences of invasion of privacy? Lawsuits fines
What is a poison pen? Writing nasty s and sending them to people. Similar to cyber bullying