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Majority of UK Employers Censor Web Browsing
The Internet is becoming an increasingly important aspect of business. However, a recent survey indicates that two-thirds of UK employers are monitoring their employees’ use of the Internet or blocking access to certain websites.
This creates tension between tech savvy employees and their often less technology oriented managers. It is difficult for business to quantify the benefit that incidental Internet access brings to operations. Allowing employees free reign to surf social networking, gambling or other websites could be counterproductive, however, younger employees argue that the Internet enables efficient research and the ability to network professionally. The situation leaves employers with a difficult human rights balancing act in an ever-evolving context.
For additional information, visit:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2008/dec/02/workplace-internet-monitoring-blocked-access