Computer Ethics &

Netiquette

“Proper Behavior on the Internet”

B. SimsComputer Technology

EthicsO Moral standards or values.

NetiquetteO Term used to describe proper

etiquette and rules for online behavior on the internet.

O The word netiquette is formed from the words etiquette and net.O Etiquette – proper requirements

for social behaviorO Net – from the word internet.

Rules of Behavior

To communicate effectively and successfully, there are certain rules of behavior you should consider when online.

Netiquette RulesO Never give out personal

information about yourself or others.

O Do not forward information from other people without their permission.

O Be courteous to others online.O Don’t be rude or offensive.O Respect others privacy.

Netiquette RulesO Be ethical

O Do not copy material from the Web and use it as your own without paying for it or listing it as a source

O Give credit where credit is dueO Don’t break rules or the lawO Do not use the internet for

anything illegal

Credits

Century 21 Jr. Input Technologies & Computer Applications, South-Western Cengage Learning Publisher, 2010 pgs. 99- 107.