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MEHAK GAGNEJA

B.A.LL.B HONOURS

GURU NANAK DEV UNIVERSITY R.C

JALANDHAR

2014LJA557

PRESENTATION ON:

RESPONSIBILITIES OF CYBER

CITIZEN

&

CYBER ETHICS AND ETIQUETTES

IN CYBERSPACE
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Cyber Citizen & Responsibilities

Cyber ethics and etiquettes in cyberspace

When we plug into the internet or the cellular networks, we instantly become
full-fledged members of a worldwide community. We will have instant access
to every other person who is also wandering around in that world. Immediate
access, physical distance and the perceived anonymity of the cyber world may
cause humans no end of trouble.

To be a good cyber citizen, we need to know what that actually means.

Citizenship is the rights, privileges and duties conferred on a member of a
society. It most often includes both protections (e.g., the Bill of Rights) and
duties (e.g., obeying the law, contributing to the community). Cyber citizenship
is the rights, privileges and responsibilities required of internet and cellular
network users.

Cyber Rights
Cyber citizenship is based on the general concept of citizenship but differs in a
couple of ways. First, there are no real “rights” you have as a cyber citizen other
than the legal protections you already have as an actual citizen. Moreover, some
of those are not available due to the global nature of the cyber world.
Nevertheless, every citizen of the cyber world should have the right to respect,
privacy and their own opinion. We have the right to privacy.

While the cyber world does not have a bill of constitutionally protected rights,
we should still be required to respect certain unalienable rights:

 Life: Right for fair and reasonable treatment online. In the cyber world, the
right to life is primarily about being treated in a civil and respectful manner.
This means interacting with people in a considerate, tolerant and appropriate
way. This right also includes freedom from threats to life or person-hood.
 Liberty: Right to basic freedoms. Respect for online freedom should be
similar to those enshrined by our constitution, especially the Bill of Rights.
We should respect and expect privacy, safety and equal treatment regardless
of sex, religion or sexual orientation. We should also honor other’s
property.
 Pursuit of Happiness: Right to explore personal interests without undue
interference.
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Cyber Privileges
It is a privilege to have access to the internet. It is a privilege to have the
technology that allows us access to the internet and cellular networks.

Cyber Responsibilities
It is a privilege to have access to the internet. It is a privilege to have the
technology that allows us access to the internet and cellular networks.

Responsibility is really at the heart of cyber citizenship. To be responsible, we

need to be informed about the cyber world. We also need to know about how to
remain safe and protect ourselves online. Another area of responsibility is to
obey the law and we are responsible for being considerate and well-mannered
citizens.

Cyber citizenship is probably more accurately characterized as civil behavior.

There are certain ways civilized human beings should behave toward others.

Laws
The most important area of respect we should demonstrate as a cyber
citizen is for the law. There are several legal issues related to online
activity. The first is intellectual property rights. This includes the written
word, ideas and products like music. This area is protected by federal
copyrights, patent and trademarks laws. If you download music without
paying for it, you have violated the property rights of the artist.

"Cyber ethics" refers to the code of responsible behavior on the Internet. Just
as we are taught to act responsibly in everyday life with lessons such as "Don't
take what doesn't belong to you" and "Do not harm others," we must act
responsibly in the cyber world as well.
The basic rule is "Do not do something in cyberspace that you would consider
wrong or illegal in everyday life."

Being a good cyber citizen means following two key concepts:

1. Respect: always be courteous and respectful to others online in the same

way you would be in real life. The ageold saying of “treat others as you
would like to be treated” is an important rule to maintaining positive
cyber citizenship. For example, if you wouldn’t want someone to speak
meanly to you or be hurtful, then you should also refrain from using mean
language online.
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2. Responsibility: taking responsibilities for one’s actions is an important

part of being a cyber citizen. If a classmate cheats on an exam in class,
he or she should take personal responsibility for their actions. The same
applies to the cyber world, where information can be easily copied and
pasted. A good rule of thumb is to behave in the virtual world in the same
way you would in the real world.
3. Behave with etiquette while online. Practice digital etiquette by following
the proper standards of conduct and procedure online. Be polite! Actively
seek to present a positive image of yourself online.
 Reduce your sarcasm. Since facial expressions and body language
cannot be conveyed via text, sarcastic comments can easily be
perceived negatively.[2]
 Do not escalate disagreements. Do not use harsh, crass, or
aggressive language.
4. Do not take part in cyber-bulling. Speak up when you witness cyber-
bullying. Support the target of the harassment, and acknowledge that
those users who are bullying are behaving inappropriately.

5. Exchange information properly. Digital communication, or the electronic

exchange of information and correspondence, is rapidly becoming the
main form of communication between one another. Take care, however,
with what you post online. Do not share personal information
electronically with people you do not know and on websites you do not
trust. Understand that some forms of communication are more
appropriate to undertake in person. Specifically:

 Do not post about your vacation plans, your income, and anything
that might endanger you or someone else in any way.
 Do not post about your personal feelings regarding your job or a
relationship. Have emotional or important conversations in private
with the other people involved.
6. Use respectful and kind language,not hateful or bullying words

7. Treat others the way you want to be treated

8. Don’t share overly personal information, such as your passwords or home
address

9. Don’t plagiarize, or steal, information from the web and use it as your
own
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10.Protect yourself and your computer by following security measures

11.Follow the law. There are specific legal rights and restrictions governing
the use of electronic technologies. Know that you are legally accountable
for your online behavior. Educate yourself about copyright and fair use
policies if you are unsure of the legality with which you want to acquire
any form of media available online. Be especially careful using peer-to-
peer (P2P) sharing services. More specifically:
 Do not steal money, intellectual property, or someone else’s
identity.
 Do not damage other people’s work, identity, or online property.
 Do not download music or movies that were made available
illegally.
 Do not create destructive malware, programs, or websites.
 Do not send spam.
12.Advocate the use of new technologies. Work to improve digital literacy
by learning and teaching others about the availability and uses of new
technology.[3] Recognize that new technologies are emerging with greater
and greater frequency. Being a responsible digital citizen requires we
know how to use these technologies appropriately. Furthermore,
recognize that teachers now need continual training on how to properly
use technology in the classroom. Ensure that your children and those
children in the school nearest your home are digitally literate by calling
and asking whether they have a plan to increase students’ digital literacy.

13.Recognize your own and others’ rights and responsibilities. Digital rights
and responsibilities help to shape and ensure the freedoms that everyone
should be able to enjoy online. Note that rights come with
responsibilities. Be aware of you own rights and responsibilities in the
location and network you are using, and share this information with
others if they are not behaving accordingly. This knowledge includes the
degree of your freedom of speech and your freedom to visit most public
websites. Respect everyone you interact with online, and ensure that your
own rights are not being violated.
 Contribute to positive, respectful conversations about your rights
and responsibilities as a digital citizen to help define the proper use
of new technologies as society progresses.
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14.Maintain digital security. Take precautions with your technological

equipment and online behavior to protect yourself as well as the material
you share online. Be especially cautious with information associated with
your identity. These are all important measure to operate with digital
security:
 Install virus protection on the equipment you use to go online.
 Be cautious when opening up email attachments and clicking links.
 Back up your data, preferably in multiple safe locations.
 Use a surge protector to protect your equipment from more
tangible dangers such as electrical surges during increment
weather, etc.

15.Pay attention to your health. Though you may not picture sitting at a
computer as dangerous or unhealthy, your health and wellness are
effected by your digital lifestyle. Be aware of the physical and
psychological effects of operating in a digital world. Protect yourself
from these dangers, and encourage others to stay aware as well. Some
risks involved with heavy use of computers and other online devices
include:
 Carpal tunnel syndrome.
 Eye strain.
 Poor posture.
 Internet addiction.
 Repetitive stress syndrome.

16.Engage in digital commerce responsibly. Digital commerce encapsulates

purchasing and selling goods and services online. Be aware of the risks
associated with this practice. Make only well-informed and safe decisions
before engaging in online transactions. Many goods and services
available online are not lawfully allowed to be possessed in certain
countries. Be sure that any transactions you take part in are legal and
legitimate.

17.Responsibility to report bullying, harassing, sexting, or identity theft

18.Responsibility to cite works used for resources and researching

19.Responsibility to download music, videos, and other material legally

20.Responsibility to model and teach student expectations of technology use

21.Responsibility to keep data/information safe from hackers
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22.Responsibility not to falsify our identity in any way

23.PROTECT YOUR PROFILE : Only connect with people you know and
trust on social network sites. Be careful about sharing personal
information, even with people you know in a private email or text. Once
you hit send, you can’t take it back!
24.PASSWORD PROTECT YOUR PHONE : Be sure to password protect
your phone and keep your password private. Not doing this is the digital
equivalent of leaving your home or car unlocked.

25.MODEL DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP : Think before you post, send a text

message, email or tweet. Always remember that you alone are responsible
for your words and actions.

26.Understand the technology available to protect your digital identity:

Digital security devices give you the freedom to communicate, travel,
shop, bank and work using your digital identity in a way that is
convenient, enjoyable and secure. What digital security tools are you
already using every day?

27.Consider using a personal security device when going online: Having a

personal security device in addition to a password better secures you and
your sensitive information. Learn more about how this concept is a lot
like your ATM card.

28.Use antivirus and antispyware software: To prevent spyware or malware,

use one or two anti-spyware programs in addition to your anti-virus
software, and keep them up to date.

29.Teach family & friends about the importance of strong passwords:

Passwords should never be family names or numbers that are easily found
out like a birthday, address or phone numbers. Do you follow the criteria
for strong passwords?

30.Get involved in your child’s online life: Start young and introduce them
to kid-friendly sites you and they can find valuable. Be sure to take the
time to discuss the risks associated with social media with your children.

31.Report cybercrime: If you are being phished, spammed, or a criminal is

attempting to commit a crime through email correspondence with you,
it’s important to know the steps you need to take if you think you may be
a victim of cybercrime.
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32.Protect your home or small business Wi-Fi network: To make your home
or small business Wi-Fi network safe, the single most important thing to
do is implement the authentication security capabilities built into your
Access Point and Wi-Fi adapters. Learn how you can easily implement
these security capabilities.
33.If you’re a parent, consider parental control systems for Internet access on
3G mobile phones: All service providers offer parental control software.
The systems are free, easy to install, and give you a choice between
several levels of control.

34.If your bank does not provide a smart bankcard, know the other safe ways
to shop online: PayPal is a good way to pay online because you do not
have to give private credit card account information to an Internet retailer
that is unknown to you. Learn more about other safe payment options.

35.Don’t share information with web sites you don’t trust: If you’re not sure
if you can trust a website, look to see if it is certified by an Internet Trust
Organization.

WHAT CONSTITUTES UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR?

It is unethical to:
• Cheat someone
• Steal personal information
• Say something cruel about someone else