Long and involved online safety articles can be daunting and overwhelming for parents. Agreed? That’s why Verizon, Google and the Internet Education Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of “Net Safety Tips on the Go,” the first-ever digital safety and security app for Android! This easy-to-use mobile app will bring you current, up-to-date safety information in small digestible bites. You set the frequency for receiving new tips. One a day? One a week? Whenever you choose. Your status bar will notify you when they’ve arrived. These tips will help you better manage your online experiences and improve your privacy, security and safety when it comes to technology!
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In recognition of June’s Internet Safety Month, Verizon has teamed up with leading online safety experts to bring you a series of videos and blogs about cyberbullying.
In this video, “When does “rude” cross the line, online?” experts highlight some of the legal aspects of cyber bullying, and potential ramifications when behavior online goes too far. Watch the video below to learn more!
Here are some key take-aways:
• Willful and repeated harm or a one-time violent threat constitutes cyber bullying. • The consequences of posting or forwarding nude or semi-nude photos may include a child pornography charge. • Police suggest the best course of action if a child receives one of these photos is to delete it immediately and tell an adult. • Adults need to set
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Today’s guest blogger is Monica Vila, founder and Chief Technology Mom at TheOnlineMom.com. Monica is passionate about empowering families to make good decisions about the use of technology and is an advocate of parents embracing technology by understanding both its benefits and risks. Monica’s website, TheOnlineMom.com, provides parents with a wealth of information on how they can harness the power of technology while keeping their families safe in the digital age.
How to Stay Safe on the Web
The Internet is a great resource for family entertainment and education. But barely a week goes by without hearing about a brand new virus that is attacking computers
Tags: Internet Safety, Online Safety, Phishing, Security, Security software, Spam, Spyware, Viruses
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Internet Safety and You is an interactive online resource aimed at helping students and families become safe and responsible Internet users. Featuring Garfield the cat and his friends, kids and teens work through four learning modules that address online safety, cyberbullying, forms of media, and distinguishing fact from opinion. They learn important concepts through an engaging narrative-based animated segment. Then they collaborate with Garfield and his friends for guided practice. Finally, they apply what they have learned through interactive challenges. Additional resources for parents and teachers ensure that kids and teens have the additional support they need.
The site also features an online Safety Teacher’s Guide with the following objectives:
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