Developing Ethical Practices to Minimize Computer Misuse

Various researchers have suggested the need to develop sound ethical information technology practices to combat the increased incidence of computer misuse. Relating to the ubiquity of information technology, this article presents a basis to understand the nature of computer misuse. Such an analysis will help in developing ethical practices to minimize computer misuse. Finally, this article argues that by addressing ethical issues at both formal and informal levels, the risks associated with information technology usage can be minimized.

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