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CYBER SAFETY
Prime (Ver. 2.2)-VII Prime (Ver. 2.2)-VII Learning Objectives CYBER SAFETY
• What is Internet?
• Cyber Crimes
• Cyber Safety
• Digital Footprints
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90 Today, I read a term 'Cyber Safety' in the newspaper. But, I don't understand 91
the meaning of cyber safety. Can you help me to understand it better?
Sure! Cyber safety is trying to be safe on the Internet. Let's learn more
about cyber safety in this chapter.
As a society, we have evolved with time. From the days of using letters and meetings for
communication, we have moved to rely on technology now. The Internet and smart devices
have become an integral part of our daily routine. While we continue to use social media and
the Internet, let us also have a look at the safety aspects we need to consider to create a
healthy cyber environment.
What is Internet?
Internet is also called as "the NET" or Network of Networks, which means International
Network. It is a network used all over the world where users located at different locations
can communicate and exchange information with each other. It is a collection of networks
which are connected to one another and forms a global network. Almost everything is
available on Internet, from online shopping to transferring money, promoting products,
collecting information, etc. The Internet has transformed our lives and made us more
digitized.
Advantages of Internet
The usage of the Internet has increased over the years as it has many advantages. Let us
discuss some of the advantages one by one.

