Privacy and Security

Imagine getting into the shower and discovering that the entire world is watching you. Well….the Internet is like a virtual shower stall. Once you log on – your digital self is exposed. And, anything you post (pictures, poems, stories, rants, or ideas) are being stored on a server somewhere which means that someone, somewhere (even years from now) can expose you to the world. You probably won’t want that to happen – in fact, we know you won’t. So…understanding privacy and security is more important than just about anything else when it comes to digital citizenship.

In this Module you will learn to be more careful and more aware when on the Internet. You will learn to read the terms and conditions on websites before you press Agree. You will understand why password security is important. You will also think about whether what you are posting online is something you want the entire world (not just your friends) to see.