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Chapter11 ANSWERS TO APPLICATION EXERCISES

1. Internet Privacy and Anonymity: An Ethical Dilemma

a) Do you share the ethical misgivings of the author on this issue? Why or why not?

Answer

Student’s answers will vary. However, there is no doubt that there are both pros and cons to the use of software for Internet anonymity. As pointed out in the case, use of such software can address societal needs that benefit all of us. Other uses of such software can be classified as those that result in adversely affect society and its innocent bystanders.

b) Should there be unrestricted use of software that provides anonymity on the Internet? Why or why not?

Answer

Again, this is a subjective question. Unrestricted use of software that provides anonymity on the Internet can be used for both illegal and unethical reasons as well as uses for legal and ethical reasons.

c) If you were able to decide this issue now, how would you decide for yourself? Your company? For Society? Explain the reasons for your decisions.

Answer

Various answers are possible. Deciding what is right for the good of all of society should be what is important. Many people will make decisions that fit in with their ethical beliefs and values systems. If these beliefs are strong enough, they are carried over into how they will conduct themselves within their personal life, company employment, and in their society as a whole.

2. Your Internet Job Rights: Three Ethical Scenarios

a) Do you agree with the advice of attorney Mark Grossman in each of the scenarios? Why or why not?

a) What would your advice be? Explain your positions.

b) Identify any ethical philosophies, values or models you may be using in explaining your position in each of the scenarios.

Answer

Students’ answers will vary. However, students would be well advised to ensure that they fully versed on any Internet policies that exist in the workplace. Certainly, when push comes to show...