An introduction to the Internet -- General safety guidelines -- Sending and receiving email -- Surfing the world wide Web -- Chatrooms, newsgroups, and mailing lists -- Publishing on the Web.
Summary:
Discusses various ways in which teens can be more responsible and savvy in their use of the Internet, including selection of passwords, participation in discussion lists, chat rooms, and sending and receiving electronic mail. Also points out the risks and harms caused from hacking and invasion of privacy on the Web.
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