Qwerty keyboard Social/Ethical Questions

Social Questions:

2) How did this issue emerge?

Many, including Parkinson were frustrated with the illogic of the QWERTY keyboard, because it makes i difficult to type efficiently.

3) Who are the stakeholders?

Stakeholders include Parkinson, the designer of a new alphabetically arranged keyboard, and any other who are interested in using/purchasing his new model because they are also frustrated with he QWERTY keyboard.

4)What are the Advantages and Disadvantages for the stakeholders?

The advantage is that those who want an easier to use keyboard that doesn't run on the QWERTY system, can now purchase one. The disadvantage is that because the QWERTY keyboard is so widespread, they'll still have to use it in other places and may not be in practice if they have the alphabetically arranged keyboard at home.

6)What areas of impact does it affect?

This affects business and employment because if the new keyboard become popular enough, many manufacturers will start to produce it and those still selling the QWERTY keyboard may have lower sales. it can also affect any other area because computers and keyboards play a role in all of them, and the people involved in these areas may switch to the new keyboard.

Ethical Questions

8) What are some ethical issues?

Although this new keyboard is being designed to help others it may harm them because if the new design doesn't become popular, those with it will still have to use QWERTY keyboards in other places and they may be out of practice.

9)Who is Responsible?

Parkinson and any who chooses to manufacture and sell the keyboard is responsible for its affects.

10)Who is Accountable?

Parkinson and any company who chooses to sell and manufacture the keyboard, as well as anyone who decides to purchase and use it.

12) Are there alternative solutions?

Those who aren't used to the QWERTY keyboard should simply practice more and get a hold of it. On the other hand if the keyboard is adopted then it should become the new standard used everywhere, or at least available in public libraries and internet cafes.