You could be talking to this guy???
Keep Your Identity Private: If you
are in any type of public forum, avoid giving out your full name, your mailing
address, your telephone number, the name of your school, or any other
information that could help someone determine your actual identity. The same
applies to your family and friends. Never reveal anything about other people
that could possibly get them into trouble.
Never Get Together With Someone You "Meet"
Online The biggest danger to your safety is if you get together with
someone you "meet" online. Remember, you never know (for certain) if people you
meet online are who they say they are. If someone that you do not know
wants to meet you, tell your parents or a trusted adult right away. it will save your life.
Talk with Your Parents About Their
Expectations and Ground Rules for Going Online: It is important that
you and your parents are on the same channel when it comes to your online
activities. This includes when you can go online, how long you can stay online,
and what activities you can do online. Communicating with your parents does not
mean that you have to give up your privacy. It just means that you come to an
agreement based on mutual trust and understanding. While you are at it, perhaps
you can help your parents better understand the Internet, what it can be
used for, and how it is helpful for teens.
Don't Be A Part Of Cyber Bullying: If someone is sending you
hostile messages or is threatening you in any way, tell your parents or a
trusted adult. Do not respond. By sending a response just encourages that
person. If you are thinking about sending a hostile message to someone
DON'T, There are consequences. If you don't believe me check out this website
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As a Parent Don't be Afraid To Monitor What Your Children Are Doing Online:
Computers should be kept in a high traffic area of the house. This way
your children know, that at any time you could pass by and see what they are
doing. Also go over your child's buddy list with them. If they can
not tell you the first and last name of a person's screen name in three seconds,
Then that screen name should be erased. Remember be as involved in
there online lives as you are in their everyday lives. Most importantly
ask your children if they are posting "blogs" short for web logs. For
example on myspace.com or xanga.com. If they are, ask to see it, and
discuss with them what they have put on it.
Don't Get Fooled By Scams: Do not give out any personal
information to anyone via e-mail or chat room, i.e. passwords, social security
numbers, or credit card numbers. There are many dishonest people out there
who are able to make up "spoof e-mails". These e-mails look authentic from
reputable companies, but in fact they are fake.
If you have any internet safety questions please feel free to email Officer
Chad Malloy
Or call at (201)-391-4977 ext 524
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