1. Safe Surfin’ on the Internet
Enjoy Responsibly!

2. What is the Internet? A giant collection of interacting computers
Developed for military research
efforts to exchange data instantaneously
Allows users to:
Share information
Communicate
Research and explore areas of interest
Play games

3. Important Cyberspace Terminology
Flaming
sending messages meant to hurt someone’s feelings
Cyberstalking
stalking or harassing someone online
Netiquette
polite, courteous online behavior
Chat rooms
virtual rooms in which all members can participate publically IM
“private” communication over the internet
Username
name a person uses in a chat room
Spam
sending unsolicited bulk messages

4. What is Cyber Bullying? Sending a mean or threatening e-mail
Forwarding a private communication to others
Setting up web sites to mock others
Posting embarrassing photos or videos
Forwarding gossip to hurt another
Impersonating someone else to spread rumors

5. What to do About Cyber Bullying
Prevention
Use netiquette
Don’t send messages when you’re upset
Assume that online communications are never really private
Avoid sharing buddy lists
If it happens to you
Tell someone
Don’t react to the bully
Don’t delete the messages or images
Block the bully
If you are threatened, tell the police

6. Internet Safety Tips NEVER give out personal information
Address, phone number, name of school
Tell an adult if anything online makes you uncomfortable
NEVER agree to meet someone you met online
Do NOT send anyone your picture
Do NOT open or accept s, files, links, URLs, or IMs from people you do not know or trust

7. Internet Safety Tips Worksheet
Name:
Print out only this slide. Click here to access sites where you can find five additional Internet Safety Tips that have not already been discussed. Write them below. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

8. Additional Internet Safety Tips
NetSmartz
Missing Kids
Common Sense
Web Wise Kids
GetNetWise
Disney.com

9. Official Web License Rules of the Road Test
Who says you have to be 16 to get your first license?!?
Click the “Rules of the Road Test” link below; use your Internet Safety knowledge to answer the questions presented.
Print your license when you pass the test!
Rules of the Road Test

10. Closing Comments
Using the internet should be a safe and fun experience
Treat others the way you want to be treated
Trust your instincts
Maintain your privacy
Protect yourself
Talk to your parents