出版社:International Association for Computer Information Systems
摘要:Ethics for information technology professionals is a concern for many in our society. Even though many unethicalactivities occur with the use of technology, technology is a driving force in our nation and world economy. From datastewardship, secure commerce to providing informed consent, technology professionals are faced with a multitude ofethical dilemmas in their work. Other professions, such as physicians, accountants and engineers have codes of ethicswhich have been in place longer than the rise of technology professionals. By comparing these codes and professionswith information technology organization codes, a discussion around possible improvements for technologyprofessionals can take place. Furthermore, everyone in society has a stake in improving the uses of technology forethical purposes. There needs to be exploration into how educators and employers can leverage their tools forassisting societal improvement through the use of technology.
关键词:Information Technology (IT); Ethics; IT and Ethics