Internet Safetyfor Teens Armstrong School District Created by Donna Golab March 2011
G L O G
What is a Netizen? Citizen of cyberspace Internet = Cyberspace Any person using the Internet to engage in online social communities
Netiquette • Avoid using ALL CAPS • Don’t use offensive language • Avoid spamming (junk e-mail) • Avoid abusive messages (flames) • Be concise • Be considerate • Be polite, don’t be rude
Is it safe?
Protection Connection
Protect Your Computer • Keep computer up to date • Operating system • Browser • Anti-virus
Computer Security • Protect personal information • Automatically update security software • Keep passwords safe, secure, and strong • Back up files • Avoid scams
Remove Temp Files • Web pages • Images • Sound files • Movies • Open Browser • Click on Safety • OR • Tools • Internet Options
Protect Your Credit • Credit Report • Check report yearly • Freeze credit report if needed • Free credit report
Protect Your Passwords • Use secure passwords • Mix letters, numbers, and symbols • Unique • More than six characters • Avoid using • Birthdays • Common words • Names
Protect Your ID • Research before providing personal information • Know your recipient • Verify source is trustworthy
ID Theft • Place “Fraud Alert” on credit report • TransUnion 1-800-680-7289 • Experian 1-888-EXPERIAN • Equifax 1-800-525-6285 • File police report • Report theft to FTC • FTC – Federal Trade Commission
WIFI and Hotspots Is hotspot secure? TIPS Log out or log off of each website No permanent log in Minimize personal info Sharing network with strangers Be discreet • No password, not secure • Encrypted site: https • Locations • Libraries • Stores • Restaurants • Hotels • Universities
Think Before You Click
Social Networking • Think before posting • Know recipient • Post only information you want others to see • Once posted, you can’t undo • Restrict access • Use privacy settings • Uncomfortable, tell someone
Communication • Be polite and courteous • Tone it down • CC: and Reply all: with care and caution • Avoid chain letters • Use common sense
Phones Use Caution: • Think before sending message • Do not attack others • Don’t access porn • Others have cameras • Easy to record
Photos • Questionable photos • Facebook, My Space • Allows others to identify you • Dangerous webcams • Pranks • Boyfriend/Girlfriend • YouTube • Shared with millions • Damages self-esteem and mental health
Share With Care
Creeps Hang out: Precautions: Don’t give out personal info Uncomfortable setting, log off Unfriend person Never tolerate harassment NEVER meet anyone F2F by yourself • Chat rooms • Online communities • Groups • Social networks • Forums
Secure Sites • https instead of http • Digital signatures • Digital certificates • Encryption – secret code • Authentication • Lock displayed on website American Lock www.safety-outlet.com
Cyber Shopping • Know seller • Know exactly what you are buying • Know the final cost • Pay by credit or charge card • Check out terms of deal (delivery, refund) • Print and save records of transaction • NEVER send cash or wire transfer • Do not email financial info
Online Banking • Log in only from bank site • Use secure password and protect it • Log off completely • Beware of suspicious emails and calls • Never click a link in email • Never give out financial info unless you made the call • Communicate with financial institution
Credit Cards • Delete emails requesting details • Use secure website for online purchases • Secure PIN number • Verify purchases on statement • Sign back of card • Keep all receipts • Keep list of all cards and contact info • Never give card to anyone
Scams Don’t: Do: Read bills and statements monthly Give to established charities Talk to others Know seller/company Read small print Take your time • Send money to people you do not know • Respond to messages asking for personal or financial info • Wire money • Play foreign lottery • Taxes, fees, duties • Pay for a “free” gift
Viruses What is a virus? Types of viruses: Worms Trojan horse Malware Keystroke loggers Spyware Adware • Hidden software programs that cause mischief or damage • Around 80% are designed to steal confidential information
Virus Prevention • Antivirus software, keep it updated! • Use a firewall against hackers.
Phishing • Scam • Spam (e-mail) or pop-up messages • Attempt to trick users • Con artist fishes for information • Lures for personal and financial info
Phishing at Home Main Phishing Slide
Phishing at Office Main Phishing Slide
Phishing at Store Main Phishing Slide
Spyware • Software installed on computer without consent • Multiple pop ups • Browser to other sites • Unexpected toolbars/icons • Sluggish performance
Malware • Malicious software or code • Includes viruses • Programs copy themselves without your permission • Does harm to your computer
Computer Infected by Malware? • Slows down • Malfunctions • Won’t shut down or restart • Automatically displays pages or sends email • Displays repeated error • message
Cyber Bullying • Form of intimidation and harassment • Uses electronic means • Accessible any time of day or night • Anonymous Cell Phone Social sites Email IM Chat room
Stand Up to Cyber Bullying
Acronyms
Sources • “Own Your Space” by Linda McCarthy • “Net Cetera” provided by PA attorney general • Stay Safe Online • Onguard Online • Faux Paw • Ezine Articles • Immihelp.com • Howstuffworks.com • Citicards.com • Olweus • WebWiseKids • NetLingo • NetSmartz • Wordle • Glog : • http://dgolab.glogster.com/internet-safety-for-teens/ • Microsoft Clipart: Used with permission from Microsoft
