The study of computer ethics covers a wide range of subjects, some of which include government, crime, privacy, social interactions, and even security. These are only a few of the issues that are investigated. How important do you think it is for chief information officers to make ethics in computer use a high priority so that sensitive customer information may be kept secure?

1. You've just been hired as a Chief Information Security Officer for a small startup. They've written four applications and just got funding to go live. Before they do so, they realized they've never had a cybersecurity professional, so they've hired you. While there are hundreds of things to do, you are asked to come up with a list of your top TEN (10) items, in a bulleted list, to focus on in the first day or two. These can be questions to ask or actions to take, and aren't meant to be the full solution, but the initial things you'll do to get control of the situation. Provide a NUMBERED LIST of TEN (10) items that is your initial list of priority areas to focus on and potential actions to take. Do not use more than one line per item. Many aswers are correct, so credit is given for coming up with ten good and comprehensive focus areas based on what we've covered in class, in the labs, and in our readings.

When it comes to information security, the distinction between laws and ethics is that the former establishes security requirements, while the latter provides guidance on what is morally appropriate to protect. Privacy How do you feel?

The study of computer ethics delves into topics like government, crime, privacy, social interactions, and security. Should chief information officers make the protection of private data a top priority when it comes to computer ethics?