How to Surf the Web Safely

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Information about the Internet

• Definition and background

• Why do you use the internet?

• Where does the internet come from?

• Facts about the internet

Uses of 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

Which box is not a pop-up?

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.