ISQS 2340 Exam 2 Unit 2 Materials Questions & Answers

ISQS 2340 Exam 2 Unit 2 Materials Questions & Answers What does the term "ethics" mean? - ANSWER--a set of moral principles -the principles of conduct governing an individual or group What does ethics have to do with information systems and information technologies? - ANSWER-as technology advances, so too do the ethical dilemmas surrounding it What kinds of ethical dilemmas are faced in IT? - ANSWER--**P**rivacy -**A**ccuracy -**P**roperty -**A**ccess Where can our ethical principles be drawn from? - ANSWER--personal values -cultural customs -religious principles -laws and regulations -codes of conduct/professional guidelines -acceptable use policies -social responsibility/goodwill Define "acceptable use policy (AUP)" - ANSWER-what is/isn't allowed when someone is using an organization's services Define "intellectual property" - ANSWER-property (idea, invention, or process) that derives from the work of the mind or intellect Define "copyright" - ANSWER-the protection given to songs, computer programs, books, and other creative works where the author of a work controls what can be done with their work Define "fair use" - ANSWER-a limitation on copyright laws that allows for the use of protected works without prior authorization in specific cases What are the 4 factors to consider when determining whether or not something constitutes fair use? - ANSWER-1. purpose and character of the use (commercial nature or non-profit educational nature) 2. nature of the copyrighted work 3. amount and sustainability of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole 4. the effect of the use upon the potential market for, or value of, the copyrighted work Define "Creative Commons" - ANSWER-a nonprofit organization that provides legal tools for artists and authors (helps with licensing) Define "patent" - ANSWER-creates protection for someone who invents a new product or process Define "trademark" - ANSWER-a word, phrase, logo, shape, or sound that identifies a source of goods or services Name and define the 2 types of trademarks - ANSWER-1