IT246 IT Ethics and Cybersecurity
IT Ethics and Cybersecurity notes
10 chapter notes, in syllabus order. Each starts with the key points.
Unit 1
IT Ethics: Definitions, Importance & StakeholdersUnit 1 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity introduces the foundational concepts of IT ethics, its definitions, key principles, and the role of stakeholders in shaping ethical IT practices, with real-world applications in Nepalese and global tech ecosystems.17 min readUnit 2
Ethical Theories & Professional Codes in IT EthicsUnit 2 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores foundational ethical theories (deontology, utilitarianism, virtue ethics) and their application to IT professionals, alongside key professional codes like IEEE, ACM, and Nepali IT regulations, with real-world case studies and comparative analysis.14 min readUnit 3
Privacy & Data Protection: Laws, Risks & SafeguardsUnit 3 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the principles of privacy, data protection laws (including Nepal’s PDPA 2018), types of personal data, risks of data breaches, and best practices for secure data handling—with real-world examples from eSewa, Ncell, and global tech giants.9 min readUnit 4
Intellectual Property Rights: Types, Laws & Digital ProtectionUnit 4 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the legal frameworks protecting creations of the mind—patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets—with a focus on digital assets, enforcement in Nepal, and emerging challenges like AI-generated works.13 min readUnit 5
Computer Crime & Cyber Threats: Types, Impacts & Legal FrameworksUnit 5 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the dark side of digital technology—defining computer crimes (hacking, fraud, malware), tracing how cyber threats evolve (phishing, ransomware, DDoS), analyzing real-world impacts (financial loss, reputational damage), and comparing Nepal’s legal responses (Electronic Tran12 min readUnit 6
Cybersecurity Fundamentals: CIA Triad, Threats, Controls & Real-World DefenseUnit 6 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the core principles of cybersecurity—confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA Triad)—common threats like malware and phishing, and practical security controls (preventive, detective, corrective). It connects theory to Nepal’s digital ecosystem (eSewa, Ncell, banks8 min readUnit 7
Security Controls & Risk Management: Types, Models, and Real-World ApplicationsUnit 7 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores security controls (preventive, detective, corrective) and risk management (identification, assessment, mitigation) in IT systems, with real-world examples from Nepali and global tech companies, legal frameworks, and everyday cybersecurity challenges.7 min readUnit 8
Social Media Ethics: Privacy, Misuse, Laws & Digital FootprintsUnit 8 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the ethical dilemmas, legal frameworks, and real-world impacts of social media use—covering privacy violations, misinformation, digital footprints, and Nepal’s Electronic Transactions Act. Learn how platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and WhatsApp handle data, why deepfake v14 min readUnit 9
E-Transactions Act, Cyber Law & Nepal’s Digital GovernanceUnit 9 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores Nepal’s Electronic Transactions Act 2063, its legal framework for digital contracts, cybercrime penalties, and e-signatures, alongside Cyber Law in Nepal, including data breach rules, online fraud cases, and how platforms like eSewa/Khalti enforce compliance. It contrasts 14 min readUnit 10
AI, Surveillance & Digital Divide: Ethics, Risks & SolutionsUnit 10 of IT Ethics and Cybersecurity explores the ethical dilemmas of artificial intelligence, mass surveillance technologies, and the global digital divide—covering bias in AI, privacy vs. security trade-offs, and strategies to bridge unequal digital access, with Nepal-specific case studies and legal frameworks.7 min read