Socialising and responsible use

Socialising and responsible use

1. Examples of Internet socialising

   • Social networking, microblogging, online games, chat rooms, VoIP, emails and virtual worlds
   • Websites such as 'Friends Reunited' allow people to find and get in touch with old friends
   • Online dating

2. Impact of Internet socialising

   • Positive
     • Easy way to keep in contact
     • Easy translations between languages
     • Available 24/7/365
   • Negative
     • Need Internet connection
     • People not who they say they are
     • Spend less time with real friends

3. Acceptable use policies

   • When you set up an online account your agree to follow a set of rules. Break them and your account will be withdrawn
     • Respecting other people's computers and files
     • Keeping your passwords private
     • Keeping your computer safe by using antivirus software and firewalls
     • Respecting others' opinion online
     • Thanking people online
     • Abiding by copyright law by not making unauthorised copies of files
     • Not posting inappropriate images or videos