With activities such as Net surfing, online gaming, and chatting becoming more popular, the number of children accessing the Web has increased drastically. Easy accessibility to computers has played a key role in this. However, with such easy access and technology knowledge also comes some responsibility.
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It can happen to you
A 15-year-old girl befriended a 16-year-old boy in a chat room. Enamored with the girl, the boy absconded from home to meet her in Mumbai. Only then did he realize that the 'girl' was a 30-year-old man. The man abused the boy, robbed him of his money and beat him up severely. So beware! |
What are your Responsibilities?
There are infinite reasons for being cautious. There is an equally long list of tips and guidelines on maintaining your online privacy and safeguarding your security. The most important of them are mentioned below.
- Exercise Caution: If a member of a chat room or forum is soliciting your attention or friendship, share it with your parents or elders
- Be Vigilant: Close any conversation with an online acquaintance the moment you feel uncomfortable; always save the conversation you have with such strangers
- Be Aware: Do not give out your telephone number or street address, and do not agree to meet any chat friends in person
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