The Ethical Significance of Cheating in Online Computer Games

Authors

  • K K Kimppa
  • A K Bissett

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29173/irie165

Abstract

In this article cheating in network and specifically online computer games is looked into as a moral offence. Reasons for the public ignoring the issue are brought forth. We present what could be considered as cheating in generic terms and in context. Different kinds of cheating are delineated, and remedies proposed. We also identify what is not cheating.

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Published

2005-12-01

How to Cite

Kimppa, K K, and A K Bissett. 2005. “The Ethical Significance of Cheating in Online Computer Games”. The International Review of Information Ethics 4 (December). Edmonton, Canada:31-38. https://doi.org/10.29173/irie165.