Encyclopedia of Information Ethics and Security

Rapid technological advancement has given rise to new ethical dilemmas and security threats, while the development of appropriate ethical codes and security measures fail to keep pace, which makes the education of computer users and professionals crucial. The Encyclopedia of Information Ethics and Security is an original, comprehensive reference source on ethical and security issues relating to the latest technologies. Covering a wide range of themes, this valuable reference tool includes topics such as computer crime, information warfare, privacy, surveillance, intellectual property and education. This encyclopedia is a useful tool for students, academics, and professionals.

0 Mohammad Abdolmohammadi Bentley College, USA Jane Fedorowicz Bentley
College, USA INTRODUCTION Information technology (IT) professionals are
entrusted with the design, implementation, and operation of the information
systems that support key business processes within organizations. Many
organizational stakeholders such as management, investors, and regulators
expect these professionals to act ethically, as these systems must accurately
reflect all business ...