WEB SAFTY TIPS

-       Be careful in joining mailing lists, some may make your personal information public. Don't provide an address or phone number. The information for which you are signing up is sent to the e-mail address you provide, so they don't need your address or phone number

-       Be careful to give out your personal information, your real name, address, or phone number, or any personal information about your family or friends without their permission.

-       Be aware of offers for free items, get rich quick, or weight loss offers. They may be a scam.

-       Be aware of e-mail from people you don't know or e-mail you weren't expecting. It may contain a virus designed to damage your computer or send your account name and password back to the sender.

You can get more information here:

http://www.commonsense.com/internet-safety-tips/tips-for-kids.php

http://www.qcc.mass.edu/safety/Internet%20Safety%20Guidlines.htm

http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety/safebasics/internet_safety.html