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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 in the mid-1970s, but only since the 1990s has it started being integrated into professional development programs in academic settings.

The importance of computer ethics increased through the 1990s. With the growth of the Internet, privacy issues as well as concerns regarding computing technologies such as spyware and web browser cookies have called into question ethical behavior in technology.

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The core issues of computer ethics include, but are not limited to: professional responsibility, intellectual property rights, privacy, censorship, and the impact of technology in society:

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Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility - Co-organizers of computer ethics conferences (EthiComp) and providers of social-impact advising to government and other groups. News. Resources. Discussions. Conferences listings.

Computer Learning Foundation: Use Technology Responsibly - Resources and guidelines for children's use of computers.

Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility (CPSR) - Activism for civil liberties in issues such as internet censorship, internet governance, malicious interference.

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