When I first first started working on Internet crimes against children we were routinely asked to give presentations on how to have a safe experience on the Internet to teens. Mainly high school age. Over the years the requests kept coming in but the audience age group kept creeping down. I have had requests to do a short presentation for grades K-2. What I am finding now is that when I do a presentation for parents I have to include them as possible victims too. With online dating services gaining popularity, Twitter and Social Network sites gaining a more mature audience there are more and more victims of Internet related crimes in all age groups.
The rules apply to everyone. Think about your online activities along with your children and keep the following rules in mind.
- Be careful with your posting. Anyone can see it, and once you post it you have lost control over it.
- Never share your personal information on your Blog site, Social Network site, or any other website that is accessible to the public.
- Remember that people you meet online may not be truthful about who they really are.
- Never meet anyone you met online in person without having a trusted friend along for the meeting.
For more information you can go to
www.internetsafetyconsulting.net
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