The Code of Ethics & Ten Commandments Of Computer Ethics

The Code of Ethics
From "A Guide to Forensic Testimony"

Technology is important to modern society.
Technologists must take care not to endanger the life, health, safety, and welfare of the public.
Technologists should demonstrate competence and due care in their technical duties.
Technologists must maintain and update their technical skills.
Technologists should avoid conflicts of interest.
Technologists should be honest and forthright in their dealings with others.
Technologists should be honest about their limitations, acknowledging errors and correcting them.
Technologists should refrain from discriminating against individuals based on race, religion, age, gender, or national origin.
Technologists should give proper credit to others for their work and honor property rights, including copyrights and intellectual property.
Technologists should help the public understand technology and support the professional development of peers.

Ten Commandments Of Computer Ethics
From The Washington Consulting Group and the Computer Ethics Institute

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 Computer Files.
Thou Shalt Not Use A Computer To Steal.
Thou Shalt Not Use A Computer To Bear False Witness.
Thou Shalt Not Copy Or Use Proprietary Software For Which You have Not Paid.
Thou Shalt Not Use Other People's Computer Resources Without Authorization Or Proper Compensation.
Thou Shalt Not Appropriate Other People's Intellectual Output.
Thou Shalt Think About The Social Consequences Of The Program You Are Writing Or The System You Are Designing.
Thou Shalt Always Use A Computer In Ways That Insure Consideration And Respect For Your Fellow Humans