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Personal, Legal, Ethical 2 ethical-legal-feature (Impact of Information…
Personal, Legal, Ethical 2
Intellectual Property Protections
Trademark
Protects products names and identifying marks
Ex: TM
Patent
Protects new processess
Digital Divide
Refers to the gap between demographics and regions to those who
have access to modern information
and communication technology
Don't or have restricted access
Telephone, television, personal computers and internet
Increase funding of
computers to offset the divide
Impact of Information Technology in the Workplace
Increased consumer's purchasing power
Direct effect on the nature of jobs
Job deskilling
Occurs when skilled labor is eliminated
due to high technology
Virtual organizations
Connected via information technologies
Share skills and cost
Telecommuting
Benefits
Can take care of children and elderly parents
Don't have to wear clothing for work
No commute (save time & stress)
Fewer interruption from coworkers
Easier work environment for people with disabilities
Drawbacks
Can become workaholic
Less interaction with coworkers
Lack of necessary supplies & equipment
Family & household distractions
No regulated work routine
Information Technology and Health Issues
Stress related injuries of the user's
hands, arms, back and eyes
Vission issues
Musculoskeletal issues - pain that affects the bones, ligaments, muscles
Green Computing
Promotes a sustainable environment
Consumes the least amount of energy
Requires cooperation of public and private sectors
Ways to achieve
Design products that last longer and are modular in design
Use computing devices that consume less energy and are biodegradable
Allow certain employees to work from home to reduce carbon footprints
