Ashley Breinholt said, should companies educate their employees about netiquette? How do companies set netiquette guidelines? What are the most common netiquette rules?
Yes, I feel it is essential that companies teach there employee’s netiquette. Knowing how to interact online reflects how professional you are. Ways companies can set guidelines is making them go to training about the do’s and don’ts of cyberspace. Also passing out hand outs to employees about censorship, flaming, electronic forgery, email harassment, mail bombing, etc, are ways to implement guidelines. Some of the basic rules are posted below under core rules of netiquette.
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Criminals is Cyberspace
Joe Elias said, if people are committing crimes in cyberspace, which they would not commit in real life, then why do you think they do it? Do they get some kind of rush, or personal satisfaction?
I believe that a majority of the individuals out in cyberspace that commit crimes are out for the rush. When I was a kid I never wanted to follow the rules, I was rebellious and always wanted to test the limits. This is what I think computer thieves and criminals find exciting about breaking the law in cyberspace. D. Denning states, “While many label hackers as being malicious, evil and destructive, and no doubt some are, as a whole, they are upstanding and considerate people who actually contribute to the well being of cyberspace. In many ways they see themselves defending the citizen’s right to expression and access to information. The activities are done in harmless fun and they are careful not to inflict harm if at all possible. Hackers are bright and sophisticated computer experts who are out for a challenge and a thrill. If anything, they are useful in exposing the weaknesses in computer networks, and indeed are employed by businesses to test the security of their systems” (Denning, 1990). All in all, I think that most of the criminals in cyberspace do it for fun and to get a hold of as much valuable information as possible.
Denning, D. A presentation at the 13th National Computer Security Conference, Washington D.C. Hackers Who Break Into Computer Systems. 1990. Obtained April 3, 2007. http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/anthropology/courses/478/brandt.html
I believe that a majority of the individuals out in cyberspace that commit crimes are out for the rush. When I was a kid I never wanted to follow the rules, I was rebellious and always wanted to test the limits. This is what I think computer thieves and criminals find exciting about breaking the law in cyberspace. D. Denning states, “While many label hackers as being malicious, evil and destructive, and no doubt some are, as a whole, they are upstanding and considerate people who actually contribute to the well being of cyberspace. In many ways they see themselves defending the citizen’s right to expression and access to information. The activities are done in harmless fun and they are careful not to inflict harm if at all possible. Hackers are bright and sophisticated computer experts who are out for a challenge and a thrill. If anything, they are useful in exposing the weaknesses in computer networks, and indeed are employed by businesses to test the security of their systems” (Denning, 1990). All in all, I think that most of the criminals in cyberspace do it for fun and to get a hold of as much valuable information as possible.
Denning, D. A presentation at the 13th National Computer Security Conference, Washington D.C. Hackers Who Break Into Computer Systems. 1990. Obtained April 3, 2007. http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/anthropology/courses/478/brandt.html
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Netiquette ethics is what keeps everyone honest in cyberspace. Like I said before digital media gives individuals a lot of freedom and people have to use it consciously, to continue to make it an effective mode of communication. For example, in a journal on netiquette, it states, “In real life, most people are fairly law-abiding, either by deposition or because there afraid of getting caught. In cyberspace, the chance of getting caught sometimes seems slim. And, perhaps because people sometimes forget that there’s a human being on the other side of the computer, people think that a lower standard of ethics or personal behavior is acceptable in cyberspace” (www.albion.com). This is a huge issue with netiquette because people think that since there not in the “real world”, or involved in face to face interaction they can do things such as false identity, flame wars, even harassment. Another source says, “Always remember that if someone’s posting inappropriate material, chances are others are offended also, and its likely suggestions to the list moderator can get the inappropriate posts, or their posters banned” (2001). This supports the fact that it is not acceptable to act in unethical ways. This includes never getting personal, not being sarcastic because the receiver can’t here the tone of your voice and will most likely misunderstand the message, and threatening others via digital communication. Users need to have the mind set when they are communicating with digital media, that it is the same as communicating face to face. Not having the face to face interaction makes more obstacles and it’s the user’s responsibility to know how to adapt and overcome those communication hurdles in an ethical manner.
2. Litt, Steve (2001). Don’t Let Your Career Go Down in Flames. April 5, 2007. from http://www.troubleshooters.com/linux/netiquette.htm
Sources
1. http://www.albion.com/netiquette/rule2.html2. Litt, Steve (2001). Don’t Let Your Career Go Down in Flames. April 5, 2007. from http://www.troubleshooters.com/linux/netiquette.htm
Netiquette is essential when using email. Email is a form of communication that is can be used informally between friends and also formally when conducting business. When emailing for business, you are what you write. You have to represent yourself professionally which includes being respectful and using proper grammar and punctuation. Pirillo adds, “One of the biggest mistakes people make is to type in all caps. It is one thing to use all caps for a title or to emphasize a certain word, but when an email is in all caps, the receiver might interpret the message as if they were being yelled at” (1999). You also need to take into consideration that you can’t take an email back once you send it. Using netiquette when you write emails really takes time and effort. You should never just send a quick business email because it can lead to misunderstandings and ineffective communication. You should always write a message, reread the message and make sure that the message is serving its purpose and conveying the intended message. There are also limits to what should, and should not be communicated using email. For example, “You should not email to broadcast confidential matters or discussions with third parties. You should also find other sources of communication when you find yourself responding more then three times on the same matter or if the context is highly complex (www.library.yale.edu). All of these rules are included in netiquette and are aimed at improving communication through digital media. As the world turns to the electronic age, it looks like electronic interaction is the new medium for communication.
Sources
1. Pirillo, Chris. (1999). Email Etiquette. April 5, 2007, from http://www.writerswrite.com/journal/dec99/pirillo1.htm
2. http://www.library.yale.edu/training/netiquette/notsend.html
Sources
1. Pirillo, Chris. (1999). Email Etiquette. April 5, 2007, from http://www.writerswrite.com/journal/dec99/pirillo1.htm
2. http://www.library.yale.edu/training/netiquette/notsend.html
Netiquette is a way that we are able to study communication through digital media. Netiquette is considered conversational wisdom, or the basic rules and guidelines by which we interact electronically. Like every form of communication there are always rules that are used to make communication as easy and effective as possible. Netiquette evolved to help digital media users behave appropriately. Electronic interaction and digital media are one of the main mediums of communication in today’s world, and having netiquette knowledge is essential in successful cyberspace communication. There are all types of forms of netiquette including general netiquette, email netiquette, and netiquette ethics.
General netiquette applies to the politeness and overall respect you give others when electronically conversing. Netiquette is important to communication because the internet gives individuals an abundance of freedom and if used improperly it has a negative affect on society. For example, Shea states, the ten commandments of netiquette. “Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people. Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work. Thou shalt not snoop around other people’s files. Thou shalt not use a computer to steal. Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness. Thou shalt not use or copy software for which you have not paid. Thou shalt not use other people’s computer resources without authorization or credit. Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output. Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write. And Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect” (1994). The guidelines are similar to how we are expected to act in real life. Users have to remember that there is another person on the other side, and they should act accordingly. Along with displaying common courtesy, digital media users must always remember that they are being judges on what they say and how they say it. For instance, on websites like Myspace and Facebook, users are able to add content, design, and maintain profiles that represent themselves. These profiles can be simple or complex depending on the user and they are interpreted and judged by other users. The idea is to always make conscious decisions and always think of the possible repercussions or consequences that could result from your actions.
Shea, Virginia (1994), Netiquette. Albion Books. San Francisco. P 32-33.
General netiquette applies to the politeness and overall respect you give others when electronically conversing. Netiquette is important to communication because the internet gives individuals an abundance of freedom and if used improperly it has a negative affect on society. For example, Shea states, the ten commandments of netiquette. “Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people. Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work. Thou shalt not snoop around other people’s files. Thou shalt not use a computer to steal. Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness. Thou shalt not use or copy software for which you have not paid. Thou shalt not use other people’s computer resources without authorization or credit. Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output. Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write. And Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect” (1994). The guidelines are similar to how we are expected to act in real life. Users have to remember that there is another person on the other side, and they should act accordingly. Along with displaying common courtesy, digital media users must always remember that they are being judges on what they say and how they say it. For instance, on websites like Myspace and Facebook, users are able to add content, design, and maintain profiles that represent themselves. These profiles can be simple or complex depending on the user and they are interpreted and judged by other users. The idea is to always make conscious decisions and always think of the possible repercussions or consequences that could result from your actions.
Shea, Virginia (1994), Netiquette. Albion Books. San Francisco. P 32-33.
The Core Rules of Netiquette
For my final project I will be focusing on netiquette and issues related to it. Here are a few core rules of netiquette.
1. Remember the Human (treat others how you would like to be treated)
2. Adhere to the same standards online as you would in real life
3. Know where you are in cyberspace
4. Respect other people's time and bandwidth
5. Make yourself look good online (represent yourself as you would in real life)
6. Share expert knowledge
7. Help keep flame wars under control
8. Respect other people's privacy
9. Don't abuse your power
10. Be forgiving of other people's mistakes
Source: www.albion.com/netiquette/
1. Remember the Human (treat others how you would like to be treated)
2. Adhere to the same standards online as you would in real life
3. Know where you are in cyberspace
4. Respect other people's time and bandwidth
5. Make yourself look good online (represent yourself as you would in real life)
6. Share expert knowledge
7. Help keep flame wars under control
8. Respect other people's privacy
9. Don't abuse your power
10. Be forgiving of other people's mistakes
Source: www.albion.com/netiquette/
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