Question 1

Question 1Explain what are computer ethics?

Accepted Answer

Computer ethics involves the code of conduct to use Information Technology in a responsible way. It fulfils the requirements of an individual user without manipulating or destroying the data of any other user. Therefore, all the computer users must follow computer ethics.

Question 2

Question 2What are the major ethical issues in the field of computing?

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The major ethical issues in the field of computing are as follows:Data privacySpamSoftware PiracyCybercrimesHacking

Question 3

Question 3What is hacking? How does it harm a computer and an organisation?

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Hacking refers to an illegal intrusion into a computer system or network.Hacking leads to breaking passwords, stealing valuable data, installing viruses, encrypting computer hard disks and demanding ransom money. If someone hacks an organization, that individual can steal sensitive data such as documentation of business processes and trade secrets or contact information for employees and customers.

Question 4

Question 4What are ethical hackers? What do they do?

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The people who are involved in hacking activities with the goal of improving security are known as ethical hackers. They use ethical hacking for a good cause such as national security or to stop crimes and fraud.

Question 5

Question 5Why should we control software piracy?

Accepted Answer

We should control software piracy because of the following reasons:It is unethical.It costs government, businesses and individuals a lot of money.It increases the chances of cybersecurity attacks.It makes businesses less productive.

Question 6

Question 6What are spams? How do they affect our life?

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Spams are unwanted bulk emails that come from unsolicited sources.Spam is a serious security concern as it can be used to deliver Trojan Horses, Viruses, Worms, Spyware, and organise targeted phishing attacks. Sometimes, spam attackers keep sending bulk emails till the email server is out of disk space.

Question 7

Question 7Describe various types of cyber crimes prevalent these days.

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Cyber crimes can be broadly classified into the following categories:Cyberstalking — It is a crime in which the attacker harasses a victim by using electronic communication, such as an e-mail, instant messaging, or messages posted to a website or a discussion group.Cyberbullying — It is an act of harming or harassing using information technology in a deliberate manner.Cyberespionage — It is the practice of using information technology to obtain secret information without permis­sion from its owners or holders.Cyberwarfare — It involves the use of information technology by a nation to penetrate another nation's networks to cause damage or disruption.Cyberterrorism — Cyberterrorism is the act of conducting terrorism through the use of computers and the internet in order to cause fear and panic.Cyber Extortion — It is a crime that involves an attack coupled with a demand for money to stop further attacks.Sexting — Sexting means sending or forwarding exposed, sexual material to others without taking their consent.

Question 8

Question 8What Netiquettes do you need to follow when using a social networking site like Twitter?

Accepted Answer

We should use the following netiquettes while using a social networking site:Avoid using inflammatory or offensive language, and respect other people's opinions, even if you disagree with them.Avoid sarcasm as the other person may misinterpret it.Avoid the overuse of emoticons.Do not spam and and do not use automated scripts or bots to post repetitive content.Avoid the overuse of hashtags as it can make the posts difficult to read.Respect privacy.Respect everyone's cultures and diversity.Never write the entire message in capital letters.

Question 9

Question 9Which one of the following is a cyber crime?CyberstalkingCyberespionageCyberwarfareAll of these

Accepted Answer

All of theseReason — Cyberstalking, cyberespionage and cyberwarfare are cyber crimes.

Question 10

Question 10............... involves an attack coupled with a demand for money to stop further attacks.CyberstalkingCyberespionageCyber ExtortionCyberwarfare

Accepted Answer

Cyber ExtortionReason — Cyber Extortion involves an attack coupled with a demand for money to stop further attacks.

Question 11

Question 11Pick the cybercrime in which the attacker harasses a victim by using the electronic communication.CyberstalkingCyber ExtortionCyberespionageCyberwarfare

Accepted Answer

CyberstalkingReason — Cyberstalking is a crime in which the attacker harasses a victim by using electronic communication, such as an e-mail, instant messaging, or messages posted to a website or a discussion group.

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