How can I help my children stay safe online?
First think about the possible dangers they face. These include the following:
* So-called ‘drive-by downloads’ (i.e. malicious programs that install on your computer automatically when you view a web page);
* The risk of infection through peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing programs that give others access to your computer;
* Unwanted advertising, including pop-ups and adware programs: these are sometimes installed automatically with freeware programs that are available for download on the Internet;
* Sexually explicit (or other inappropriate) content;
* Being tricked into disclosing personal information (about them or you);
* Downloading pirated material (e.g. music or video files);
* Being targeted by online bullies;
* Being approached (in Internet chat rooms, for example) by paedophiles.
First think about the possible dangers they face. These include the following:
* So-called ‘drive-by downloads’ (i.e. malicious programs that install on your computer automatically when you view a web page);
* The risk of infection through peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing programs that give others access to your computer;
* Unwanted advertising, including pop-ups and adware programs: these are sometimes installed automatically with freeware programs that are available for download on the Internet;
* Sexually explicit (or other inappropriate) content;
* Being tricked into disclosing personal information (about them or you);
* Downloading pirated material (e.g. music or video files);
* Being targeted by online bullies;
* Being approached (in Internet chat rooms, for example) by paedophiles.
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