Utilitarian Analysis
You are to search the Internet, newspapers or magazines and find a moral dilemma that has occurred within the last 24 months on Computer and Network Security. Write a synopsis of the article, a link to the article and analyze the actions using two of the ethical theories we have studied (table summarizing them is below).
Utilitarian Analysis | Relies on an evaluation of benefits and harm (who benefits the most from the decision). It looks at the consequences of an action. Ex: many businesses use this framework to justify a course of action because the decisions based on cost: a cost –benefit analysis |
Social Contract Theory Analysis | This analysis focuses of the rights of all. It is objective and rule-based. Ex: Can this action be applied to all? |
Kantian Analysis | This analysis considers duties or obligations; it is objective and rule based. Ex: I pay my taxes even though I think the government has some wasteful programs (it is my obligation) |
Virtue Theory Analysis | This analysis would determine whether the actions is consistent with someone having good moral character. A set of character traits that everyone needs to have to be happy. |