Ethical behavior issues in software use: An analysis of public and private sectors

Authors:
Ibrahim Akman;Alok Mishra
Affiliations:
Department of Computer Engineering, Atilim University, Incek, 06836 Ankara, Turkey;Department of Computer Engineering, Atilim University, Incek, 06836 Ankara, Turkey
Venue:
Computers in Human Behavior
Year:
2009

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Abstract

Ethical issues related to information systems are important to the information technology (IT) professionals. These issues are also significant for organizations and societies. Although considerable literature on IT and related ethical issues exists, a review of this literature has found little empirical research on ethical practices within the government and private sector organizations. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to draw inferences regarding such practices currently in these sectors. The research results indicate a significant correlation between the code of ethics and the attitude of professionals towards the unethical use of software in government and private sector organizations. These also indicate significant differences in government and private sectors.