This refers to the rules or principles that deals with the right and wrong way of using the computer together with the moral duty and obligation of computer users.

It gives the creator of an original work exclusive right for a certain time period in relation to that work, including its publication, distribution and adaptation; after which time the work is said to enter the public domain.

It is a software program that is created intentionally harm or destroy other software, systems, or even computer hardware. It can copy itself and infect a computer without the permission or knowledge of the owner. The term “virus” is also commonly but erroneously used to refer to other types of malware, adware, and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability.

It is the practice of modifying computer hardware and software to accomplish a goal outside of the creator’s original purpose. A hacker refers to someone who accesses a computer of network illegally.

It is the use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and then representation of them as one’s own original work. It is important to give credit to the author of any borrowed idea or work by recognizing the creator or owner.

It is unethical to change or mess with other people’s file or computer system.

Accessing systems through unauthorized use of ID’s usernames and passwords is hacking and it is unethical.

Software is an intellectual product. In that way, it is like a book, obtaining illegal copies of copyrighted software is a bad a photocopying a copyrighted book.

Breaking into bank accounts and transferring money through the use of computers is stealing

Spreading rumors about a person or an organization through the Internet is against ethical use of the computer.