The Ten Commandments

The Ten Commandments of computer ethics have been defined by the Computer Ethics Institute. Here is or interpretation of them:
1. Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people.

2. Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work.
3. Thou shalt not snoop around in other people’s files.
4. Thou shalt not use a computer to steal.

5. Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness.
6. Thou shalt not use or copy software for which you have not paid.
7. Thou shalt not use other people’s computer for resources without authorization.
8. Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output.
9. Thou shalt not think about the social consequences of the program you write.

10. Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect.