1. Do not give out personal information. Never meet someone face - to - face (FTF) that you have met on the Internet or have them visit you.

2. Never send a photo of yourself or your family to a person you have met on the Internet. 5. If you receive an instant message (IM) or an email that you are uncomfortable with, inform a parent. 6. Have a family meeting to set rules for the computer and Internet use.

3. Do not choose a password that a person could guess. Such as your pet's name, your favourite band or sport team. Do not download or install pirated songs, movies, software, or video games Remember people online may not be who they say they are. Someone who says they are 13 years old could really be a 43 year old.

4. If you have not had a FACE - TO - FACE meeting with the person you have been communicating with online, then you DO NOT KNOW THAT PERSON.