PHL 314U - Computer Ethics

Institution:

Portland State University

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

Examines the moral principles and judgments relevant for appraising key tools of computer ethics. Topics include: ethical aspects of new information technologies; are technologies value-laden; potential abuses and their social consequences; freedom, privacy, and control; security, reliability, and professional responsibilities--risks, control, and regulations; piracy and ownership; ethics of hacking; ethics of virtual environment, and international aspects of new technologies.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pdx.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 725-3511

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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