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Wastage of Time

                 Excessive Internet use can be a major time-waster, leading to addiction and spending too much
                 time surfing online.
                 Virus and Spam Attacks

                 The Internet has increased the risk of virus attacks, which can result in the loss of data and
                 programs.

                 Loss of Personal Information

                 Sharing personal information online can be risky, as cyber criminals might misuse it to cause
                 harm.
                    COMPUTER ETHICS


                 Computer Ethics are guidelines for using computers responsibly and wisely. They are also known
                 as  Etiquettes and  are  becoming increasingly important due to rising issues  like cybercrime,
                 software piracy, unauthorised access, spamming, and hacking.

                 Here are some key ethics to follow while using a computer:

                    Do not use a computer to harm others.
                    Respect other people's privacy and do not access their personal information.

                    Do not view or use someone else’s documents without their permission.
                    Avoid stealing data from others' computers.

                    Do not copy or use software without proper authorisation if you haven’t paid for it.

                    Do not claim other people’s work as your own.

                         Tech Tweak

                  Proprietary  software,  or closed-source software,  is  computer software  that is  not freely
                  available. The publisher or a designated person retains the intellectual property  rights,
                  typically holding the copyright to the source code and sometimes patent rights.


                    WHAT ARE INTERNET ETHICS?

                 The Internet has become a crucial part of our daily lives, used for searching information, sending

                 emails, online banking, shopping, and more. Internet ethics are guidelines for responsible online
                 behaviour. Here are some key Internet ethics to follow:
                    Do not deceive others by hiding your identity online.

                    Avoid using rude or offensive language in emails, blogs, or on social media.
                    Do not share personal information with strangers.

                    Refrain from visiting inappropriate websites.
                    Do not use someone else's username and password to access their email.




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