Ethics and Computers
•Computer-professional societies adopted a code of ethics. The code warns members that they can be expelled or censured if they violate it.
•Other professional societies publish a code of ethics as well, and they too rarely or never take action against delinquent members.
A carefully drafted code of ethics
•Provides some guidelines for conduct, but professional societies cannot be expected to police the misdoings of their membership. In many instances, a code violation is also a violation of the law.
•A code of ethics provides direction for computer professionals and users so that they act responsibly in their application of computer technology.
