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CHAP 1: INTRODUCTION TO ETHICS - Coggle Diagram
CHAP 1: INTRODUCTION TO ETHICS
1.1 What is Ethics?
Definition : Ethics is about understanding what is right and wrong in human behavior.
Key Elements :
Moral principles (right/wrong guidelines)
Values (what’s important or desirable)
Norms (social rules for behavior)
Branches :
Normative Ethics : Standards for right/wrong behavior.
Meta-Ethics : The nature of ethical concepts (e.g., "What is good?").
Applied Ethics : Solving real-world ethical issues (e.g., medical, business, or computer ethics).
Difference Between Morals, Ethics, and Laws :
Morals : Personal beliefs about right/wrong (subjective).
Ethics : A systematic study of right/wrong in specific contexts (more structured).
Laws : Formal rules enforced by authorities (universal and objective).
1.2 Computer Ethics
What is Computer Ethics?
A branch of applied ethics focused on ethical issues related to computers and technology.
Key concerns include:
Privacy
Cybersecurity
Intellectual property
Artificial intelligence (AI)
Digital divide (unequal access to technology)
Three Main Concepts in Computer Ethics :
Responsibility : Moral obligations to others (e.g., protecting user data).
Accountability : Explaining actions, especially when they affect others.
Liability : Being responsible for harm caused by actions.
Key Areas of Computer Ethics :
Privacy : Protecting personal data and ensuring consent.
Intellectual Property : Respecting copyrights and avoiding plagiarism.
Cybersecurity : Protecting systems and educating users about risks.
Philosophical Ethics Applied to Computers :
Consequentialism (Utilitarianism) : Focus on outcomes (e.g., does AI benefit most people?).
Deontology : Focus on duties (e.g., protecting privacy no matter the outcome).
Virtue Ethics : Focus on good character traits like honesty and integrity.
Rights-Based Ethics : Protecting individual rights like privacy and freedom of expression.
Why is Computer Ethics Important?
Protects Privacy : Ensures personal data is handled responsibly.
Respects Intellectual Property : Prevents unauthorized use of digital content.
Addresses Digital Divide : Promotes equitable access to technology.
Builds Trust : Encourages transparency and fairness in tech systems.
Guides Complex Decisions : Helps navigate dilemmas like AI, surveillance, and cybersecurity.
Supports Society : Ensures technology benefits everyone, not just a few.