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UNIT-3 CYBER ETHICS
CYBER ETHICS 5
The word ‘Ethics’ signifies the approach, behaviour or principle that a person must follow to keep
or maintain reasonable justice for implied morality in the society.
‘Cyber Ethics’ is an ethical approach or responsibility that should be followed while using the
application or resources of Internet.
Principles Ethics
Character Encryption
Behaviour Privacy Moral
Rule License
Netiquettes Truth Right
Ethical Philosophy
Code
Salutation Solicited
It is the practice that is applied while using IT resources or computing technology and its related
disciplines without damaging or encroaching the natural right or entity of an individual or
organisation. Let us discuss about some aspects of Cyber Ethics:
NETIQUETTES
Netiquette (net + etiquette) can be defined as the behaviour or informal guidelines that are
followed by the users of the Internet. It includes common sense, courtesy and proper dialects
while using tools of computer technology and thus signifies the culture amount Internet users.
Many such guidelines are tacit and casual whereas many of these have evolved into formal rules
that are directed by system administrators and the owners of IT resources.
Some common netiquettes that should be followed while you are using social networking sites
are:
Remember, you are dealing with people online, so keep the sensitivity alive when you are
communicating.
Behave in the same manner as you would behave in real life. Treat others as you would like to
be treated yourself.
Respect other people’s privacy.
Share legitimate and authentic information. Avoid spreading rumors.
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