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How to Surf the Web Safely. What is this a picture of? . Orion’s Nebula An atom The Internet Nothing, Cody just isn’t very good at coloring . Information about the Internet. Definition and background Why do you use the internet? Where does the internet come from? Facts about the internet.
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What is this a picture of? Orion’s Nebula An atom The Internet Nothing, Cody just isn’t very good at coloring
Information about the Internet • Definition and background • Why do you use the internet? • Where does the internet come from? • Facts about the internet
The Bad Side of the Internet • Identity theft • Strangers • Viruses • Incorrect information • Harmful ideas • Bullying • Distraction • Inappropriate websites
Identity Theft • How do you get your identity stolen? • Internet has made identity theft much easier • Protect yourself, don’t give out any personal information
Strangers • Has anyone ever seen “To Catch a Predator”? • Stay away from online chat rooms • Never identify your real name-use a S/N • Never tell anyone your address online
Viruses • What’s the easiest way to get a virus on your computer? • Use anti-virus software • Save and back-up your work
Incorrect Information • It is often very difficult to tell between real and bogus information
Harmful Ideas • People can spread ideas for destructive purposes • How can we prevent this from happening?
Cyber-Bullying • The internet and cell phones make it easier for people to say mean things they wouldn’t usually say in person • Report any inappropriate actions online by others to your teacher or parents • Cyber-bullying is a serious threat • “Sticks and Stones”
Distraction • Online games • Waste time • Internet addiction • You can become very unhealthy
Inappropriate Websites Appropriate Website Inappropriate Website
Benefits of the Internet • Educational Purposes • Asking questions • Connecting people • Increasing business • Saving time
Educational Purposes • Infinite resources to answer questions • Get answers fast • No need for library
Asking Questions • You can get almost any question answered on the internet • Very diverse audience • Discussion boards
Connecting People • Skype • MySpace • Facebook • Twitter • Email • Instant messenger
Increase Business • Advertising on the internet • Click-and-mortar • Shopping online
Save Time • Find recipes online • Buy things online • Communication • Pay bills online
Things to Know When Surfing the Web • Never give out personal information • Stay away from untrusted websites • Don’t accept email from people you don’t know • Know which sites are legitimate
Password Selection • Strength of password depends on length, use of many characters. • Weak: “harrypotter” • Strong: “ek95*.DS0P?2593” • Occasionally change passwords • Never tell anyone your password • http://strongpasswordgenerator.com/ • Example of strong vs. weak password
Question Section • What are some uses of the internet? • What harm can come from the internet? • Name 3 bad things about the internet • What is the difference between a strong password and a weak password • What should you know when surfing the Web? • What would your life be like without the internet?
Password activity • Write down a strong password, limit the length to 10 characters.