Computer Science J.S.S 2 Second Term

Sub-theme:  Basic Computer Operation and Concept

Week 2

Computer Ethics II

Performance Objective

Student should be able to:

1. Identify ways of misusing  the computer and internet

Content

Abuse/Misuse of Computer

These include, but are not limited to, such acts as unauthorized copying of software, tampering with others’ accounts, wasting or damaging computer resources, breaking system security, degrading computer system performance, creating or posting of material that is offensive, pornographic, libellous, or intended to harass.

Types of Computer Misuse

Misuse of computers and communications systems comes in several forms:
Hacking: Hacking is where an unauthorized person uses a network, internet or modem connection to gain access to past security passwords or other security.... View More