Internet Etiquette and Ethics
The Internet is a vast world used in many fields, and it is necessary to take into account the necessary manners and ethics while using it, because the Internet has become an extension of the life that members of society live on the ground, and all the laws and ethics that are applied on the ground apply to it, and acceptance and tolerance of others with different cultures.[١] These manners are represented in many aspects, some of which are mentioned below:
Respect for the privacy of information
Attention should be paid to Do not share personal information online, and avoid Using personal data and private accounts or uploading private files using public Internet networks, because public networks may retain information and files even after you have finished browsing, and they may be shared with other people without the user’s knowledge. On the other hand, you must respect the privacy of others and not access their accounts or personal files even if they appear to the user.
Strengthening self-control
It spreadscontent Offensive content on the Internet Just as good content spreads, the user may be exposed to offensive sites or bad content. To limit the user’s exposure to this content, there are several ways to deal with the matter: to be a self-censor and avoid this content immediately upon exposure to it, or to use a protection system that automatically blocks this content, to make browsing the Internet easier for him and less harmful to him, in addition to ad-blocking applications to avoid offensive ads.[٢]
Generations born after the spread of technology and the Internet are very familiar with dealing with it technically, but there must be supervision and guidance from parents for children and minors so that they do not encounter problems online. They must pay attention to the content they watch so that it is not offensive, and know their interests and the things they search for online, and guide them not to share their personal information, home address, or personal photos with anyone they do not know online, as this may expose them to blackmail or bullying. They must also be careful not to become addicted to the Internet. It is worth noting that By mentioning This is not to limit their freedom, but rather to guide and protect them to deal with the Internet better.[٢]
Observing online communication etiquette
It is possible to communicate with others online through email or social media sites, but a set of etiquette must be observed, including the following:[٣]
- Use polite and kind words when communicating and do not use offensive language.
- Share useful information with others and avoid posting any content that is offensive to a person, race, or religion.
- Do not disturb people the user does not know.
- Respect different points of view.
Copyright Notice
It is important to deal with others online as you would deal with them in real life. You must present your personality clearly and honestly, and not impersonate someone else or use a fake identity. The user must not attribute any work done by someone else to himself, whether it is a text, a movie, music, or software, as this is considered theft even if it is via cyberspace.
Ethics in Business and Educational Institutions
Internet users at work and educational institutions, such as schools and universities, must be responsible. The Internet serves work and serves the educational process, but using it for purposes other than work or study is unethical and does not serve the interests of these institutions. Time allocated for work under the employment contract may be wasted while browsing. Sites Others cause interference and stop work, and the use of the Internet in schools and universities may harm people who actually benefit from it for educational purposes.[٢]
the reviewer
- ↑ “What is Netiquette? A Guide to Online Ethics and Etiquette”, www.webroot.com, Retrieved 11-9-2019. Edited.
- ^ A for T Angel Rodriguez Luño, “Ethical Aspects of Internet Use”، www.eticaepolitica.net, Retrieved 11-9-2019. Edited.
- ↑ “Ethics In Using Social Media. Is It Necessary?”, www.zahiraccounting.com, Retrieved 11-9-2019. Edited.
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