Unit 1: Computer & Information Ethics

Question 1

Intellectual Rights

Answer 1

1) Patent Infringement
2) Copyright Infringement
3) Trade Secrets
4) Confidential Info

Question 2

Relativism

Answer 2

moral principles are dictated by cultural tastes & customs (e.g. topless bathing is legal in Europe and banned in America)

Question 3

Divine Command

Answer 3

God = all knowing, sets morals & ethical standards

Question 4

Utilitarianism

Answer 4

actions judged solely by consequence
Greater Good > individual happiness

Question 5

Virtue

Answer 5

Morals are found internally

Question 6

Duty-Based (Deontology)

Answer 6

adopting lifestyle in line with moral duties & rights

Question 7

Unethical & Amoral Behaviour

Answer 7

not necessarily illegal or legal
Amoral = no sense of right or wrong

Question 8

Social Justice

Answer 8

programming ethics into robots, who should be responsible for it

Question 9

Intellectual Property

Answer 9

3D printing misuse, impose regulations?

Question 10

Social Rules of Conduct

Answer 10

• Ignoring them can have an impact
• Considering them may provide health benefits
• Rejecting them may produce stress

Question 11

Positive vs Negative Psychology

Answer 11

Positive: causes of happiness - honesty, generosity
Negative: causes of stress - cheating, stealing