Technology is a rational process of creating a means to order and transform matter, energy, and information to realize certain valued ends. Technological processes have three components: Inputs, Engines and Outputs.
Value of any technology depends on how we use the technology. Our Value systems are scaled on good and bad technologies.
The value we derive from the technology and the value we used in decision making while using the technology is based on one’s beliefs and Moral Value system.
Moral Dilemmas, Decision Making, and Technology
A dilemma is a difficult choice, not just any difficulty or problem. Dilemmas are usually caused by advances in technology. Advances in computer technology create a multitude of possibilities that never existed before.
Making Good Use of Technology
Every technology should have a regulated policy. New Laws to strengthen, new moral and ethical concepts and massive education campaign make good use of technology.
Strengthening the Legal System
Many laws on the books are in serious need of review and revision. Updating the legal system is complex task. Relevant and needed laws should be created quickly.
Moral and Ethics Education
1. Formal Education: Formal education of ethics should start in elementary schools. One should teach the use of computers and the Internet responsibly. Not giving personal information and identification, should not create and distribute viruses, download copyrighted materials off the Internet, or misuse the technology etc.
2. Advocacy: Advocacy is a mass education strategy works with public, corporations and governments to enhance public education through awareness. It is intended to make people part of the message.