Ethical Issues in Computer Science Quiz

What is the main concern of ethics in computer science?

• Technical feasibility

• Legal issues

• Morality

• Cultural impact

What is a typical argument for internet regulation?

• Parents should not take responsibility

• Censorship is good for democracy

• Automatic filtering is effective

• Freedom of expression is an absolute right

According to Sir Tim Berners-Lee, what is the impact of false information on the internet?

• It is easily filtered

• It is not a concern

• It propagates more than truth

• It has no impact

What is the argument against giving government agencies access to decryption keys?

• It is a massive security breach

• It would not have any consequences

• It is necessary for crime prevention

• It is not tempting for authorities

Should DNA sequencing of every person be kept on an international database for crime prevention?

• Yes, it is necessary for crime prevention

• Yes, it is not a privacy concern

• No, it is not effective for crime prevention

• No, it violates privacy rights

What is the argument against preventing all people under the age of 18 from using social media?

• It is damaging to teenage mental health

• It is not a concern for teenagers

• It has no impact on mental health

• It is necessary for social development

Do computer games have a negative impact on the social behaviour of children?

• No, they have no impact

• Yes, they have a negative impact

• Yes, they have a positive impact

• No, they improve social behavior

Is the advancement of computer technology creating a digital divide?

• Yes, it is bridging the gap

• No, it is not a concern

• No, it is not affecting access

• Yes, it is creating a divide

Should employees be expected to carry a mobile phone and be sent emails outside of work time?

• No, it is not a common practice

• Yes, it is not a concern for employees

• No, it violates work-life balance

• Yes, it is necessary for productivity

Is trolling ever acceptable?

• Yes, it is a way to express opinions

• No, it is harmful and inappropriate

• No, it is never acceptable

• Yes, it is a form of entertainment