XBIS 219 Week 7

Week Seven

Course Assignments

CheckPoint: Internet Privacy

Resource Introduction to Information Systems: Supporting and Transforming Business

Review Ch. 3 in the text.

Evaluate how information privacy and security relates to the Internet, which is the major information conduit for businesses and individuals.

Write a paragraph of at least 200 words addressing the following: Explain how your expectations for Internet privacy differ for the following situations: Accessing the Web at home, at work, and in a public setting, such as a library computer lab or WiFi zone. What is the basis for your expectations? Is it legal to use your neighbors wireless Internet signal? Is it ethical? Explain your reasoning.

Format your paragraph according to APA guidelines. Save it in a Microsoft Word document and attach it to the Assignments page to earn points.

Discussion Questions

What are the three fundamental tenets of a code of ethics? What ethical issues can arise with the widespread use of information systems? What preemptive measures can a business take to avoid ethical problems?

What are the basic provisions of the SarbanesOxley Act and the USA Patriot Act? What effects are these pieces of legislation having on information security? What measures have businesses implemented to ensure they are in compliance?