Unit-4 Dr.

Pankaj Mishra

Digital Empowerment Department of Mathematics

ETHICAL ISSUES IN DIGITAL WORLD

Privacy:
The collection, use, and
dissemination of personal
information online have raised
concerns about privacy. The use
of personal data by
Cyberbullying:
The use of the internet and social media for
harassment and bullying is a growing
concern. Cyberbullying can have severe
consequences for victims, including
depression, anxiety, and even suicide.

Digital Divide: Online Misinformation:

The digital divide refers to the gap
between those who have access to
technology and those who do not. The
lack of access to technology can lead to a
lack of access to education, healthcare,
and job opportunities.
The spread of fake news, propaganda,
and misinformation online is a
significant concern. It can influence
public opinion, undermine democratic
processes, and lead to harmful
behaviour.

Intellectual Property: Addiction:

The ease with which digital content can be The excessive use of
copied and distributed has created challenges technology, particularly social
for protecting intellectual media, can lead to addiction
property rights. Copyright infringement and and have negative
piracy are prevalent in the digital world, leading consequences on mental health
to significant economic losses for creators and and relationships.
businesses.
 Netiquettes
Netiquette refers to the set of social norms and guidelines for appropriate
behaviour online. Netiquette is essential for creating a respectful and
productive online community.

Respect Others: Use Proper Language:

Treat others online as you would like to Avoid using all caps, excessive
be treated in person. Be respectful and punctuation, and slang. Use proper
avoid offensive language or behaviour . spelling and grammar.

Think Before You Post: Be Clear and Concise:

Be careful about what you post online. Keep your messages short and to
Once you post something, it's difficult to the point. Avoid using excessive
take it back. emoticons or symbols.

Respect Privacy: Avoid Trolling:

Respect the privacy of others online. Do Do not intentionally post inflammatory or
not share personal information without off-topic messages. This can disrupt the
their consent. conversation and cause conflict.

Follow Community Guidelines:

Most online communities have rules and guidelines. Be sure to read and follow them.
 Ethics in digital communication:
Ethics in digital communication refers to the ethical considerations that
must be taken into account when communicating online.

Honesty: Privacy:
Be truthful and honest in all of your online Respect the privacy of others online.
communications.Do not misrepresent Do not share personal information
yourself or your intentions. without their consent.

Cyberbullying: Plagiarism:
Do not engage in cyberbullying or Do not plagiarise or use someone else's
harassment. Treat others with respect work without giving them proper credit.
and kindness.

Transparency: Copyright:
Be transparent about your affiliations and Respect copyright laws and do not

intentions when communicating online. Do infringe on the intellectual property of

not try to deceive or manipulate others. others.

Responsible Use:
Use digital communication responsibly and do not engage in activities that
are illegal or unethical.
 Ethics in Cyberspace

Online Identity: Digital Divide:

Be honest and truthful about your Be aware of the digital divide and work
online identity. Do not misrepresent towards ensuring equal access to digital
yourself or create fake profiles. technologies and online environments.

Respect for Privacy: Cyberbullying:

Respect the privacy of others online. Do not engage in cyberbullying or

Do not share personal information harassment. Treat others with respect

without their consent. and kindness.

Cybercrime: Intellectual Property:

Do not engage in any illegal activities Respect copyright laws and do not
online, such as hacking, phishing, or infringe on the intellectual property of
fraud. others.
Intellectual Property Right (IPR)

KEY POINTS
1. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are legal rights that protect creations of the human
intellect, such as inventions, artistic works, and trademarks.
2. IPR includes various forms of protection such as patents, copyrights, trademarks,
and trade secrets.
3. Patents provide inventors with exclusive rights to their inventions for a limited
period, encouraging innovation and investment in research and development.
4. Copyrights protect original literary, artistic, and musical works, giving creators
exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and perform their works.
5. Trademarks safeguard symbols, names, and slogans used to identify and
distinguish goods and services in the marketplace.
6. Trade secrets are confidential information that provides a competitive advantage to
businesses and are protected from unauthorized disclosure or use.
7. IPR laws vary by country, but international agreements like the TRIPS Agreement
establish minimum standards of protection to facilitate global trade.
8. Enforcement of IPR is essential to prevent infringement and piracy, which can
undermine innovation, creativity, and economic growth.
9. Licensing allows creators to grant others permission to use their intellectual property
in exchange for royalties or fees, promoting collaboration and commercialisation.
10. Intellectual property plays a vital role in driving economic growth, fostering
innovation, and protecting the interests of creators and innovators in the global
marketplace.