Safe Social Networking
The Internet has become the major channel of communication for young people. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace are places where computer users can freely exchange ideas, build existing relationships, and forge new friendships. However, the anonymous nature of the Web has made it necessary to educate young people about the dangers of sharing personal information over the Internet. This vital guide teaches readers how to make their online profiles more private. It also stresses the importance of keeping information from users they don't know and highlights the many reasons to avoid "friending" a stranger on the Web.
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Safe Social Networking
The Internet has become the major channel of communication for young people. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace are places where computer users can freely exchange ideas, build existing relationships, and forge new friendships. However, the anonymous nature of the Web has made it necessary to educate young people about the dangers of sharing personal information over the Internet. This vital guide teaches readers how to make their online profiles more private. It also stresses the importance of keeping information from users they don't know and highlights the many reasons to avoid "friending" a stranger on the Web.
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Safe Social Networking

Safe Social Networking

by Barbara Linde
Safe Social Networking

Safe Social Networking

by Barbara Linde

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Overview

The Internet has become the major channel of communication for young people. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace are places where computer users can freely exchange ideas, build existing relationships, and forge new friendships. However, the anonymous nature of the Web has made it necessary to educate young people about the dangers of sharing personal information over the Internet. This vital guide teaches readers how to make their online profiles more private. It also stresses the importance of keeping information from users they don't know and highlights the many reasons to avoid "friending" a stranger on the Web.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781433972294
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
Publication date: 08/15/2012
Series: Cyberspace Survival Guide Series
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 7.70(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

What Is a Social Network? 4

What Is a Social Networking Site? 6

Starting Out 8

Using Privacy Settings 10

Acceptable Use Policies 12

Screen Names and Passwords 14

Your Profile 16

Online Etiquette? You Bet! 18

When Problems Pop Up 22

Kids-Only Safe Sites 26

Be Social-Stay Safe! 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

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