Be Safe on the Internet

                                  How to Stay Safe on the Internet

The internet has become a very popular place these days. But don't forget, just because it is popular doesn't mean it is safe. Even with all the regulations around the internet people can still lie. Below are some ways to keep yourself safe.

Never give out personal information, such as your name, home address, phone number, the name of your school, pictures, credit card numbers, or the names of your parents without permission from your parents.
Never meet in person with someone you met online.
Never give out your password to anyone.
Use a gender neutral username in chat rooms so you are less likely to receive pornographic material or other forms of harassment. If you do receive pornographic material, report it to your local police department. The Internet is not very private anymore. The world gets smaller as Facebook and Google continue to grow. To see for yourself, try "Googling" yourself . What you find is what everyone else finds. If you find your unwanted information online, double check all of your privacy settings for online profiles. Never open, forward, or respond to e-mails with pornographic or other inappropriate material.