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The standards that determine whether an action is good or bad are called ethics. Computer ethics are the moral guidelines that govern the use of computers, networks, and information systems. There are five areas: unauthorized use of computers, hardware, software, and information theft, information privacy, copyright, and the existence of objectionable materials on the Internet. There is also a list of computer ethics for educators.
1. An educator won't use a computer to harm other people.
2. An educator won't interfere with others' computer work.
3. An educator won't look at others' computer files.
4. An educator won't use a computer to steal.
5. An educator won't use a computer to lie.
6. An educator won't copy or use software without paying for it.
7. An educator won't use others' computer resources without permission.
8. An educator won't use others' work.
9. An educator will think about the social impact of the programs he or she creates.
10. An educator always will use a computer in a way that shows respect and consideration for other people.

I haven't acquired any new skills since my last post. I did find it interesting that there was a code of computer ethics for educators.

I can't wait to go home in two weeks! I know I was just there, but I want to get away from all this craziness of the end of the semester. I love Christmas break. I just wish it would get colder in south Florida. I have so much to do before I go home so I'm trying to start doing everything right now while I have some time.