10. I will help my parents understand how to have fun and learn things online and teach them things about
the Internet, computers and other technology.
http://www.safekids.com/kids-rules-for-online-safety/
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Protecting Your Information Online
Everyone has an online profile these days, but sometimes we aren't aware of how to make sure that what we post
online stays private. Remember – what goes online is pretty much there for life. Here are some tips that can help
you protect your online reputation:
• Are your security settings set to "Friends Only?" Websites like Facebook update their security settings
often (and usually without warning), so check your settings at least once a week. Make sure the
settings are as private as you're comfortable with – you don't want strangers liking your pictures do
you?!
• Is there any swearing on your profile? Posting things online can seem harmless, but they can actually
affect your future. For example, if there's swearing all over your profile, your future employers could find
it – and they probably wouldn't be impressed with your language!
• If a police officer looked at your profile, would you be worried about what they could find? Are there
are any pictures of you online doing anything illegal (like underage drinking or doing drugs)? If you
wouldn't want a police officer to see it then leave it offline, because anything online is fair game to be
used by police officers. Or better yet, just make sure you aren't doing anything the police would have to
deal with.
