What are the dangers of the Internet?
The risks you should be aware of are:
- cyberbullying (bullying using digital technology)
- invasion of privacy.
- identity theft.
- your child sees offensive images and messages.
- the presence of outsiders who may be there to ‘take care’ of other members.
Why should we stay safe online?
Most people keep a lot of personal information on their computers. If you don’t properly protect your computer when you’re online, it’s possible for personal information to be stolen or deleted without your knowledge. Your computer can be attacked in many ways over the Internet.
What does it mean to be safe online? Being safe online means that individuals protect themselves and others from online harm and risks that may compromise their personal information, lead to unsafe communication or even affect their mental health and well-being.
Why is it important to stay safe on social media?
Adding someone you don’t know can be very dangerous, even if it increases your followers or friends. Strangers can gain access to your personal information, which can compromise your security. Remember that information can be there for a very long time. This includes private and direct messages.
What are the don’ts for student in cyber world?
Do not click “Keep me signed in” or “Remember me” on websites and do not log out of all accounts. Never use personal information such as name, date of birth, address, etc. as a password. Never share your personal/banking information over the phone, email or SMS, even if the caller/sender appears to be genuine.
What and what for security? Avoid creating common passwords like your name, social security, UNI, etc. Do not leave the laptop unattended, even for a few minutes. Never respond to an email that asks for financial or personal information. Avoid opening emails or email attachments from unknown senders.
What are the do’s and don’ts for students in cyber world?
o Keep your passwords or passphrases confidential. DO NOT SHARE them with others or write them down. You are responsible for all activities related to your Credentials. o DO NOT leave sensitive information around the office.
Why should we be careful on the Internet?
Talking to strangers: Talking to strangers online puts you and your safety at risk because they may not be who they say they are. This can lead to incidents like online dating, fraud, stalking, etc. You should never give out your personal information online, especially to strangers.
Internet security or not? Do not open or respond to suspicious emails. Don’t use the same password for all your accounts. Do not share personal or financial information on public computers or Wi-Fi hotspots. Don’t give apps unrestricted access to your personal data.
What are 5 things you can do on the Internet?
The Internet makes it possible to quickly find information, communicate with people around the world, manage finances, shop from home, listen to music, watch videos and much, much more. Let’s take a look at some of the ways the Internet is most commonly used today.