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BEST PRACTICES RELATED TO ONLINE SAFETY
You should be careful while using the Internet. Sharing of personal information can
be harmful over the Internet. Some people can misuse your personal information.
Here are some points that you need to keep in mind while using the Internet.
You should install an antivirus in your computer system. An antivirus is a program
that protects your computer system against the
virus. Some of the commonly used antivirus
software are Quick Heal, Norton, McAfee, etc.
Don’t purchase anything online from any
shopping website without taking permission
from your parents.
When you want to download any attachment
from the Internet, you should always run an
antivirus scan to protect against the virus.
Don’t share your personal details such as name,
address, contact number, etc. with strangers
over the Internet.
Don’t be friends with unknown people over the Internet. You should choose
your friends carefully and also discuss with your parents.
Do not open emails from unfamiliar senders.
Don’t share your password with anyone.
If you are creating an online art gallery to showcase your artwork,
what themes would you like to apply and how would you use
technology to enhance your creations?
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A GOOD DIGITAL CITIZEN
The term citizen belongs to a group of people. For example, you are a citizen
of your country. Similarly, digital citizen means you are a part of the group of
people who use the Internet. Whenever you are working on the Internet you
should know the rules and limitations of the internet. They are helpful to protect
yourself and to protect others.
Being a good digital citizen, you need to follow some rules and responsibilities:
Protect private information for yourself.
Do not copy any kind of information such as text, music, etc. from the Internet.
Do not try to create a fake identity, always keep your identity real over the internet.
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