What is ethical use of the Internet?

• A. Using the Internet for illegal activities.
• B. Ignoring laws and terms is acceptable.
• C. Using the Internet responsibly, respecting others, and following laws and terms of service.
• D. Only using the Internet for entertainment.

Answer: (C)

Ethical use of the Internet means using online tools in a way that respects others and follows laws and rules. This option best captures that idea by calling for responsible use, respect for others, and adherence to laws and terms of service. In practice, that means crediting sources, protecting privacy, avoiding harassment, and following platform rules and copyright rules. The other statements describe behaviors that fall short of ethical use: engaging in illegal activities, ignoring laws and terms, or limiting activity to entertainment without regard to rights or safety.