Computer Ethics

Computer ethics is a branch of practical philosophy which deals with how computing professionals should make decisions regarding professional and social conduct. The term "computer ethics" was first coined by Walter Maner[1] in the mid-1970s, but only since the 1990s has it started being integrated into professional development programs in academic settings. The conceptual foundations of computer ethics are investigated by information ethics, a branch of philosophical ethics established by Luciano Floridi. Computer ethics is a very important topic in computer applications.

The Commandments
* 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 in 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.
Thou shalt not appropriate other people's intellectual output.
Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write.
Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect.

Reference:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ten_Commandments_of_Computer_Ethics

Computer ethics had been established and implemented but I guess the laws were being neglected and ignored by many users. it maybe a good and helpful guide to the users to know the do's and dont's in the computer. But sad to say, only few were practicing it..it is not properly applied.