Exploring the Relationship between Individual Information Technology Ethics and Netizenship Behaviors

Nor Afni Md Sari, Ramita Abdul Rahim, Sazimah Mohamed Salleh and Noor Zalina Zainal

Information Management and Business Review, 2024, vol. 16, issue 3, 831-835

Abstract: In the digital age, information technology (IT) ethics plays a critical role in shaping netizenship behavior within online communities. This concept paper examines the relationship between individual IT ethics and netizenship behavior and emphasizes how ethical principles guide responsible and constructive participation in digital spaces. Based on theoretical frameworks such as the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and Digital Citizenship, the article examines the influence of ethical IT practices on positive netizenship, including factors such as digital literacy, hierarchical influence and cultural or religious values. The review shows that people with strong IT ethics are more likely to engage in responsible online behavior, promoting healthier digital environments. By identifying gaps in the existing literature, the paper proposes a conceptual model to guide future empirical research on how ethical IT use influences digital citizenship. The findings highlight the importance of promoting IT ethics and digital literacy to improve online interactions and contribute to more engaged, respectful and responsible digital communities.

Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.22610/imbr.v16i3S(I)a.4239

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