Internet safety
Risks
There are many risks and security issues involving the use of the Internet. Children and their parents should be most concerned about:
Viewing inappropriate material
Physical molestation
Harassment
Frauds and Scams
Tips for kids
NEVER give out any personal information such as your address, telephone number, parents' place of work or their phone number, or the name and location of your school
NEVER agree to get together with someone you 'meet' online without first checking with your parents
NEVER send anyone your picture - Don't accept any pictures either
NEVER respond to any messages that make you feel uncomfortable
NEVER lose your common sense while online - Remember, you are talking to a stranger. The people you are talking to may not be who they say they are
NEVER send an insulting or rude message to anyone online. 'Flaming' is not good 'Netiquette'
Use a 'code name'
Report any harassment or inappropriate messages to your online service and to the Police
Set your browser to say NO to 'cookies'
Tips for parents
Learn about what your child is doing on the Internet - Know what Web Sites they are visiting, know what type of chat rooms, e-mail, and messages your child is involved in online
Find out about Filtering Software that is available to block out objectionable material
Set reasonable guidelines for computer use by your children - monitor the amount of time spent on the computer and when
Keep computer usage as a family activity by putting the computer in a family room rather than in the child's bedroom
Ensure your child does not give out personal information. Have them use a 'code name'
Be wary of any offers that involve your child going to a meeting or having someone visit your home - Remember that people may not be who they seem
source:http://www.globaltvedmonton.com/Internet+safety+tips+from+Toronto+Police/4545428/story.html
Risks
There are many risks and security issues involving the use of the Internet. Children and their parents should be most concerned about:
Viewing inappropriate material
Physical molestation
Harassment
Frauds and Scams
Tips for kids
NEVER give out any personal information such as your address, telephone number, parents' place of work or their phone number, or the name and location of your school
NEVER agree to get together with someone you 'meet' online without first checking with your parents
NEVER send anyone your picture - Don't accept any pictures either
NEVER respond to any messages that make you feel uncomfortable
NEVER lose your common sense while online - Remember, you are talking to a stranger. The people you are talking to may not be who they say they are
NEVER send an insulting or rude message to anyone online. 'Flaming' is not good 'Netiquette'
Use a 'code name'
Report any harassment or inappropriate messages to your online service and to the Police
Set your browser to say NO to 'cookies'
Tips for parents
Learn about what your child is doing on the Internet - Know what Web Sites they are visiting, know what type of chat rooms, e-mail, and messages your child is involved in online
Find out about Filtering Software that is available to block out objectionable material
Set reasonable guidelines for computer use by your children - monitor the amount of time spent on the computer and when
Keep computer usage as a family activity by putting the computer in a family room rather than in the child's bedroom
Ensure your child does not give out personal information. Have them use a 'code name'
Be wary of any offers that involve your child going to a meeting or having someone visit your home - Remember that people may not be who they seem
source:http://www.globaltvedmonton.com/Internet+safety+tips+from+Toronto+Police/4545428/story.html
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