Deborah G. Johnson.
Computer Ethics: 3rd edn.
Prentice Hall. 2001
The third edition of Computer Ethics, by Deborah G. Johnson
retains the clear writing and general approach of
the widely adopted and respected previous editions.
Each chapter begins with a short scenario to introduce the topic
and make the issue concrete, followed by a lucid analysis of the issue.
Each chapter concludes with study questions and suggested further readings.
Author Deborah G. Johnson has updated material throughout this text. Two new chapters on the Internet have been added: one focuses on ethical behavior online, and the other addresses the social implications of the Internet.
Topics covered include:
• What is computer ethics?
• What are the philosophical foundations of computer ethics?
• How does computer ethics relate to professional ethics?
• Privacy.
• Property rights.
• Accountability.
All topics are presented in compelling and understandable language, so that rigorous, in-depth analysis is accessible to students who may be novices in philosophy or technology studies.