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IT Ethics and Professionalism

The document outlines the importance of ethics and professionalism in Information Technology (IT), emphasizing responsible digital behavior, privacy protection, and the prevention of cybercrime. Key principles include integrity, accountability, and legal compliance, while professional responsibilities cover data protection and cybersecurity. It concludes that ethical practices in IT foster trust and ensure technology benefits society.

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IT Ethics and Professionalism

The document outlines the importance of ethics and professionalism in Information Technology (IT), emphasizing responsible digital behavior, privacy protection, and the prevention of cybercrime. Key principles include integrity, accountability, and legal compliance, while professional responsibilities cover data protection and cybersecurity. It concludes that ethical practices in IT foster trust and ensure technology benefits society.

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IT Ethics and Professionalism

Professional Conduct and


Responsibilities by Using IT
Introduction
• Information Technology (IT) has become vital
to all sectors. With its power comes the
responsibility to act ethically and
professionally. This ensures trust, safety, and
responsible tech use.
Objectives of IT Ethics and
Professionalism
• - Promote responsible digital behavior
• - Protect privacy
• - Prevent cybercrime
• - Maintain trust
• - Support career growth
Key Principles of IT Ethics
• - Integrity
• - Confidentiality
• - Accountability
• - Respect for IP
• - Competence
• - Privacy
• - Legal Compliance
Professional Responsibilities
• - Data Protection
• - Cybersecurity
• - Software Ethics
• - Communication Ethics
• - Workplace Use
• - Professional Growth
Professional Conduct vs.
Misconduct
• Ethical: Use licensed software, secure data,
report bugs
• Unethical: Piracy, leak data, hide flaws
• Result: Trust vs. Legal/Risk issues
Graph Suggestions
• - Bar Graph: Ethical Challenges in IT (Privacy,
Cybersecurity, Piracy)
• - Pie Chart: Ethics Violations (Access, Piracy,
Privacy, etc.)
Image Suggestions
• - Digital lock (privacy)
• - IT professional (responsibility)
• - Infographic (Do’s & Don’ts)
• - Ethics dilemma visual
Important IT Laws and Codes
• - GDPR (EU)
• - HIPAA (USA)
• - Computer Misuse Act (UK)
• - IT Act 2000 (India)
• - ACM Code of Ethics
Best Practices for IT Professionals
• - Encrypt data
• - Use 2FA
• - Respect privacy
• - Report misconduct
• - Follow policy
Conclusion
• Ethics and professionalism in IT build trust,
prevent harm, and ensure technology serves
humanity positively.

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