7. Ethics and Ownership

• Legal: Covers things with the law and whether something is punishable by law
• Morality: Questions of right and wrong and more often related to personal or individual choices
• Ethics: Questions about right or wrong in a professional setting
• Culture: Refers to questions about attitudes, values and practices of a group of people

Computer ethics are used to regulate the use of computers based on three main factors:

• Intellectual property rights and breaking copyright laws
• Privacy issues such as hacking or obtaining personal data (data privacy)
• Effects of computers on society such as job loss and social impact

Professional Ethical Bodies are groups of individuals which follow a code of conduct and shows professional integrity and follow the standards set by the ethical body.

IEEE Principles

A body that raises awareness about ethical issues in engineering and promotes ethical behaviour based on 8 principles:

• PUBLIC: Work done is in the best interest for the public
• CLIENT & EMPLOYER: Work done is in the best interest for both parties
• PRODUCT: Developed product should meet the highest possible standard
• JUDGEMENT: Maintaining integrity and independence when making decisions about the product
• MANAGEMENT: Managers should promote ethical approach to development in the workplace
• PROFESSION: Advance the integrity and reputation of the profession with public interest
• COLLEAGUES: To act fairly and support your colleagues in development
• SELF: Take part in life-long learning with the profession and promote an ethical approach

A code of conduct is essential for defining workplace expectations and responsibilities. It outlines what employees are allowed to do, what they must avoid, and the consequences of violating these rules. Additionally, it establishes the company's and employees' responsibilities, reflects the organization's values and mission, and provides a benchmark for measuring behavior, events, and activities. It also ensures compliance with legal requirements, creating a framework for ethical and lawful conduct.

Why It Is Signed

Employees sign the code of conduct to confirm their understanding of the expectations and rules outlined. Signing ensures that they are aware of the behavior expected of them and the potential consequences of specific actions. It also promotes uniform adherence to the organization's standards, ensuring consistency and accountability across all employees.

AI is a machine or application which carries out a task that usually requires some degree of intelligence when carried out by a human being.

Using AI involves storing rules, past data, and decision-making algorithms. The AI is trained by repeatedly performing tasks, enabling it to identify patterns and predict outcomes. It analyzes possible options, selects the most effective one, and learns from previous outcomes by recording results and adjusting future decisions to improve performance.

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