Internet Safety for Teens

Internet safety isn't about a bunch of rules telling you "never do this", or trying to scare you into safe behavior. Internet safety is about avoiding being being ripped off, disrespected, bullied, scammed, or stalked while you're just trying to have a good time online. You don't need to be sold on all the really great opportunities the Internet offers, but you do need to understand how to dodge problems.

Teens covers topics such as cyberbullying, identity theft, and creating safer profiles on social networking sites. Families and Educators addresses issues of concern to those who care for or work with children such as coping with sexual predators and understanding how to be safe when sharing information online. Adults provides help on a range of topics such as identity theft and using public computers safely. Seniors focusses on some unique risks for this age group such as senior online dating and investing online.