posting on the web – dangers
Nothing you post on the internet is private. Even removing a posting or a web site doesn’t guarantee it hasn't already been copied and posted elsewhere. Because of this, it’s very important to think carefully about what you post.
Anything ill-judged, rude or offensive can stay searchable, against with the name of whoever posted it, for years to come. This has big implications for children and teenagers, who maybe post ill-judged content they later grow out of, or they regret in future years.
For children particularly, personal details shared between friends online can easily become the next day’s school gossip – or worse. Some postings have had a dramatic effect. Click here to find out about one example.
The consequences of internet posting are especially worth considering in a world where some employers ‘google’ prospective employees.
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social networking – dangers
Web 2.0 sites like MySpace are also described as social-networking sites. People, and particularly children, use their sites to list their likes and dislikes, write blogs, and invite messages from other users. It can be a way of finding like-minded friends.
making social networking safer
Social networking sites are now so prevalent, it’s difficult to completely control your child’s access to them. Instead, it’s a good idea to get to know how these kinds of sites work, and reach an understanding with your child that now and then you will check on who they are in contact with and what they’re posting.
web 2.0 – talking points for children
Web 2.0 sites like MySpace and Bebo are very popular with children – but the ease and attractiveness of them can obscure the dangers. Here are some talking points to raise awareness of the main issues with children.
