Online Ethics, and Etiquette

• Ethics

           a) Moral principles for behavior and conduct
• Computer ethics 

           a) Procedures, values, and practices for computer use
• Netiquette

           a) Etiquette guidelines for online communication
• 10 COMMANDMENTS

        1. Don't harm others

        2. Don't interfere with others' work

        3. Don't snoop in private files

        4. Don't steal

        5. Don't bear false witness

        6. Don't use unlicensed software  

        7. Don't misuse resources

        8. Don't take others' work   

        9. Consider social consequences

        10. Ensure respect for others
• Rules of Netiquette

       A. Making messages readable

       B. Using proper spelling and grammar  

       C. Limiting abbreviations

       D. Avoiding offensive content

       E. Using professional email addresses

       F. Sharing information cautiously
• IV. Etiquette Guidelines

       A. Watch your tone

       B. Read before responding 

       C. Proofread posts

       D. Keep posts brief

       E. Use academic language

       F. Add value to discussion

       G. Be respectful

       H. Cite sources
• V.  Implications and Conclusion

       A. Consider online security, ethics, etiquette

       B. Reflect on applying principles to own usage
• • Ethics

     * Moral philosophy dealing with good vs bad behavior

     * Principles that govern how one conducts activities

     * Values of right vs wrong

     * Determine acceptable conduct in various contexts
• • Computer Ethics

     * Rules and guidelines for use of computing technology 

     * Procedures, values, and practices for acceptable technology use 

     * Avoid harming others, illegally distributing content, etc
• • Netiquette

     * Etiquette guidelines and best practices for online communications

     * Construct pleasant, efficient environment for communication

     * Avoid conflicts or overburdening online systems
•  Don't cause harm

     * Illegal/dangerous/destructive uses of tech
• Don't interfere with others' work

     * Accessing unauthorized systems or data

     * Introducing viruses/malware to damage utility 

     * "Live and let live" - respect autonomy
• Respect privacy 

     * No snooping in files/emails/private accounts

     * Like reading someone's mail or breaking into property

     * Exceptions like warrants - lawful investigations
• Don't steal

     * Theft/larceny no less wrong via computer

     * Includes assets, funds, identities, property  

     * Undermines victims' livelihood/trouble caused
•  Don't bear false witness

     * Spreading lies and mis/disinformation 

     * Dishonest representations through tech

     * Undermines civil debate and obscures truth
• Don't use unlicensed content

     * Illegal media piracy - software, games, music

     * Denies compensation to creators 

     * Risk hidden malware, lacks recourse if issues
• No misusing others' resources

     * Includes bandwidth, storage, CPU cycles

     * Use only authorized networks, systems, services

     * Distorts operational capacity planning 
•  Don't steal work

     * Plagiarize writing, art, source code, designs

     * Infringes creator exclusive rights and a
• Mind societal impacts

     * Predict ramifications of systems/apps

     * Enable negative behaviors? 

     * Aims to prevent inadvertent harm  
• Ensure respect for people

     * Words and actions matter online too 

     * Ties to integrity and "true self"

     * Civility baseline for discourse  
• • Make messages readable

     * Appropriate formatting - font, length 

     * Enables smooth communication flow
• • Employ proper language

     * Spelling, grammar, punctuation

     * Establishes care and seriousness 

     * Avoid unfamiliar abbreviations  
• Keep civil and thoughtful

     * No offensive words/ ALL CAPS

     * Choose words carefully  

     * Interpretations vary
• Write concisely 

     * Get to the point without rambling

     * Avoids overwhelming readers

     * Expand only needed for clarity
• Cite external sources

     * Attribution shows respect 

     * Plagiarism still applies online

     * Bolsters shared knowledge 
• Limit private information 

     * Prudent sharing - don't overdisclose

     * What seems harmless could be risky
• Watch your tone

     * Hard to convey tone online

     * Avoid misplaced sarcasm/humor

     * Perceived wrongly without context
• Provide context

     * Don't just jump into conversations

     * Build off existing points

     * Fill gaps to avoid confusion
• Proofread submissions

     * Catch mistakes in text conversations

     * Errors can't be undone, only clarified

     * Polish professionalism
• Use academic language 

     * Avoid netspeak/acronyms/emojis

     * Keep professional environment
• Make substantive comments

     * Avoid just posting agreeing/disagreeing

     * Share informed perspectives  

     * Move discourse forward
• Cite external references

     * Apply academic integrity standards

     * Enhance authority of assertions

     * Enable further research