The Internet has become an important part of our daily lives. Computers, cell phones, email, text messaging and instant chat keep us in constant communication. However, it is not without it's dangers. Along with the benefits of the virtual world, come some pitfalls. The following sites will help you protect yourself and your children from on-line predators and con artists.
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Child Internet Safety
FBI Parent's Guide to the Internet
Federal Bureau of Investigations Safety tips for parents
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
NCMEC specializes in recovering missing children and providing information on child protection
Informative site for Internet Safety issues.
WiredSafety provides help, information and education to Internet and mobile device users of all ages.
The oldest and largest internet safety organization
Be careful about giving our personal information. Never give friends your passwords
Supervise your child’s use of the computer
Learn about the sites your child visits on the Internet
Encourage children to speak to a trusted adult if something seems wrong
Walk away from the computer if harassment starts
Don’t erase the messages or pictures. Save these as evidence
Be aware that what happens online can be reproduced and spread very easily. Nothing online is ever private.
On Line Fraud
The Federal Trade Commission
Internet Fraud Complaint Center
IFCC provides a convenient and easy way to alert authorities of suspected on-line fraud
The Better Business Bureau's Computer Consumer Information
Information on how to shop safely on-line
Information on safe shopping by the American Bar Association
IDENTITY THEFT
Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft
What you should do when someone steals your identity
Social Security Administration
What you should do when someone steals your Social Security Number
Identity Theft Resource Center
A nonprofit organization that focuses exclusively on identity theft
