Is it slothful to use the internet most of the time while you are at work?

Question

Is it really slothful to use the internet most of the time while you are at work? Or is it productive because you are getting what you want done while also being at work...sort of like multi-tasking?

Answer 1

if you are using the internet to get an answer to whatever it is that you are working on, how could it be deemed sloth?

else, if you are using it for personal use, i don't think the correct word is "sloth," but i think it might be better put as "selfish."

so many network engineers block instant messengers and certain websites because employees abuse the network that is there to help you do your job, not play around and be paid for it.

i'd say that when you have some free time, it would be wiser for you to ask another worker if you could help out with their job. else, go to your supervisor and tell her that you are finished with your job now, how can you help her further? there is bound to be another job for you to do.

if there is nothing for you to do and it is slow, maybe you can ask your supervisor if you can LEARN more about your company and how to better yourself within it, how to promote yourself via your performing your tasks better or by learning other necessary tasks to do for the company. that way, you are always showing that you are interested in your job/your company. you will be seen as a good employee, and when it comes time for lay-offs, you will probably still be employed.

however, one thing i'd advise: don't let anyone else know what you are doing because they may see you as 'miss goodie two shoes' and become jealous. if so, they can do things that make you miserable so that you quit. let them play around on the net while thinking that you too are doing the same. that way things stay quiet and all is well. hehehe.

Answer 2

I doubt it is "slothful", but it is considered theft... using company property for other than its intended purpose. Not a lot of people are adept at multi-tasking. Not only are you payed for your time at work, but the Internet you use is purchased for company business. It's considered theft and has been held up in some state Supreme Court cases.

Answer 3

If it's not work for your employer and you aren't on your break, then you're stealing. You're accepting a paycheck for work done when you've just been playing around. Maybe you're getting some work done, but how much more might you be getting done if you weren't "multi-tasking". It's unethical.

Answer 4

I don't know that it is particularly slothful but it is dishonest, you are stealing time that your employer is paying for.

Answer 5

It really depends on company policy. I wouldnt make it a hobby.

Answer 6

you r employer might think of it as stealing since you are on his dime doing your thing.. You can be fired for it.

Answer 7

i think there's different degrees.
like checking your e-mail is OK .
but surfing the net is defiantly wrong