Brasst's Favorite Links on internet_safety from Diigo

STAYING SAFE ONLINE

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 21:23:33 -0000

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US-CERT Cyber Security Tip ST06-003 -- Staying Safe on Social Network Sites

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:37:57 -0000

Staying Safe on Social Network Sites
The popularity of social networking sites continues to increase, especially among teenagers and young adults. The nature of these sites introduces security risks, so you should take certain precautions.

Highlights and Sticky Notes:

Check privacy policies - Some sites may share information such as email addresses or user preferences with other companies.

Be skeptical - Don't believe everything you read online.

Be wary of strangers - The internet makes it easy for people to misrepresent their identities and motives

Remember that the internet is a public resource - Only post information you are comfortable with anyone seeing.

Limit the amount of personal information you post

Predators may form relationships online and then convince unsuspecting individuals to meet them in person.

Using information that you provide about your location, hobbies, interests, and friends, a malicious person could impersonate a trusted friend or convince you that they have the authority to access other personal or financial data.

Social networking sites rely on connections and communication, so they encourage you to provide a certain amount of personal information. When deciding how much information to reveal, people may not exercise the same amount of caution as they would when meeting someone in person because

the internet provides a sense of anonymity
the lack of physical interaction provides a false sense of security
they tailor the information for their friends to read, forgetting that others may see it
they want to offer insights to impress potential friends or associates

The purpose of some networking sites may be purely social, allowing users to establish friendships or romantic relationships, while others may focus on establishing business connections.

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US-CERT Cyber Security Tip ST05-002 -- Keeping Children Safe Online

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:21:37 -0000

Keeping Children Safe Online
Children present unique security risks when they use a computer—not only do you have to keep them safe, you have to protect the data on your computer. By taking some simple steps, you can dramatically reduce the threats.

Highlights and Sticky Notes:

Contact your ISP to see if any of these services are available.

Consider implementing parental controls

If you don't have separate accounts, you need to be especially careful about your security settings.

Consider partitioning your computer into separate accounts

Keep lines of communication open

Monitor computer activity

Set rules and warn about dangers - Make sure your child knows the boundaries of what she is allowed to do on the computer.

Keep your computer in an open area

Be involved

Because the nature of the internet is so anonymous, it is easy for people to misrepresent themselves and manipulate or trick other users

Mistakes happen, but the child may not realize what she's done or may not tell you what happened because she's afraid of getting punished.

Children present additional challenges because of their natural characteristics: innocence, curiosity, desire for independence, and fear of punishment.

Keeping Children Safe Online

Children present unique security risks when they use a computer—not only do you have to keep them safe, you have to protect the data on your computer. By taking some simple steps, you can dramatically reduce the threats.

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US-CERT Cyber Security Tip ST06-005 -- Dealing with Cyberbullies

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 14:16:38 -0000

Dealing with Cyberbullies
Bullies are now taking advantage of technology to intimidate and harass their victims. Dealing with cyberbullying can be difficult, but there are steps you can take.

Highlights and Sticky Notes:

Report cyberbullying to the appropriate authorities

Often, bullies thrive on the reaction of their victims.

Document the activity

Avoid escalating the situation

Be careful where you post personal information

Cyberbullying may also indicate a tendency toward more serious behavior.

The relative anonymity of the internet is appealing for bullies because it enhances the intimidation and makes tracing the activity more difficult.

Cyberbullying refers to the new, and growing, practice of using technology to harass, or bully, someone else.

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GURL Watcher Overview

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:39:27 -0000

I'm curious how this works

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GURL Watcher silently watches the web sites displayed in a browser. Just install, configure, turn it on, and that's it. Every time your machine restarts GURL Watcher will automatically watch any browser activity and report it.

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Expert: Why kids don't tell on cyber-bullies - 02 Aug 2008 - Internet news - NZ Herald

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 23:38:35 -0000

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"They do not have the capacity to think through their actions thoughtfully ... they're impulsive," Prof Berson said.

New Zealand children as young as 12 are willingly sending inappropriate images of themselves to adults contacted through the internet, a conference has been told.

Many young people were worried their parents would make the bullying worse by their reaction, he said.

parents should talk to their children about what they did online so that children could tell them when something went wrong.

Most parents were aware of the problem, but did not know what to do about it.

almost two thirds admitted they would not report it because they feared losing computer privileges.

more than half of young people with internet access would encounter online bullying as a victim, a perpetrator or a bystander.

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Cyberbullying - digizen.org

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:57:56 -0000

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OnGuard Online - Quizzes

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:39:42 -0000

OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.

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Deter. Detect. Defend. Avoid ID Theft

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:38:48 -0000

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Cyber Bullying

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:38:32 -0000

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NetFamilyNews

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:35:23 -0000

The Atlanta-based parenting columnist, former elementary school teacher, kids' pop culture expert, author, and mother of four spent a couple of weeks in Club Penguin to learn what her eight-year-old son might experience there. She didn't like everything she saw.

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Teachernet, Forms of cyberbullying

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:33:14 -0000

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WiredSafety Learning

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:13:19 -0000

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The Family Online Internet Safety Contract

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:12:28 -0000

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In Your I !

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:31:33 -0000

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Childnet International

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:24:17 -0000

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Childnet International

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:23:47 -0000

Accessing music online and via mobile phones has never been easier, but it does raise legal, security and ethical issues. This new guide for parents, carers and teachers aims to give essential advice about how young people can get the best out of downloading and sharing music online and via mobile technology in a safe and legal way, as well as providing tips for discussion. This guide:

* Unpicks the jargon surrounding online music
* Explains how to download music without exposing the computer to viruses and other security risks
* Shows what you can copy onto your computer
* Explains where to find legal sources of music
* Clarifies what are the basics of copyright and why it’s relevant to online music
Fosters discussion between adults and young people by giving tips and featuring a pull-out card covering the basic do’s and don’ts

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Article Library: Cyber Bullying, Cyber Ethics & Online Addiction | Norton

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:22:33 -0000

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animations

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:22:09 -0000

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Webcam and PSP Porn: More reasons for ongoing digital dialog » Moving at the Speed of Creativity

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:44:48 -0000

Highlights and Sticky Notes:

Our students should be utilizing audio and videoconferencing technologies EVERY WEEK as regular elements of their classwork.

Excellent goal! posted by brasst

I may be in the minority with this view, but I contend every K-12 and university classroom in the United States should be equipped with a webcam and microphone in addition to an Internet-connected computer. The reason for this is simple: We live in a global society with an interdependent global economy.

The technology exists because humans have a need for face to face communication. As with other technologies, it has potential for misuse and / or abuse. This potential is minimal in contrast with the potential for powerfully positive use. Students should be taught the constructive uses of the technology, with appropriate support from home. posted by brasst

Telecommunications convergence means many things, but one of the most tangible implications in this context is that parents and other adults have far less control today than they/we did in the past to limit the access young people have to ideas and media.

Excellent point. Restriction in absence of dialogue is not likely to be effective long term. Kids need the support needed to thrive in a world where technology is so readily available. posted by brasst

The question should NOT be whether or not, as a parent, you are going to allow your child at some point to establish an online presence, instead it should be WHEN are you going to start encouraging your child to proactively and responsibly manage their online identity which will likely be one of the most important factors future employers take into consideration both before and after formal job interviews?

4. CULTIVATING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP SKILLS SHOULD BE OUR FOCUS

We should heed the advice of many when it comes to the issue of Internet safety, and take multiple steps to address the issues which are raised here. Just as an informed organization today approaches network security with a “defense in depth” approach, families, school groups, and communities should also approach Internet safety in a similar way.

We shouldn’t limit student and teacher opportunities for collaboration to their own free time and their own personal telecommunications devices.

3. WEBCAMS HAVE VIABLE AND BENEFICIAL USES BESIDES PORNOGRAPHY

virtually every website focused on Internet safety issues for families includes the suggestion that computers at home be located in family spaces (like the living room) rather than in bedrooms. NetSmartz, SafeKids, and the FBI’s Parent’s Guide to Internet Safety are three example sites which include this recommendation.

2. DRAWING ATTENTION TO A PROBLEM IS EASY, OFFERING REAL SOLUTIONS IS MUCH MORE DIFFICULT

BEING ALONE is the worst condition under which anyone can face serious challenges in life.

“a meaningful exchange of perceptions in a non-threatening environment.”

1. ONGOING DIGITAL DIALOG IS THE KEY

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