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Cyberbullying: Hiding behind the screen
In recent years, the term ‘cyberbullying’ has become relatively common in the media, often cited as a contributor to several high-profile suicides of young adolescents. A review of the literature published in 2010 showed that no articles referenced ‘cyberbullying’ before 2004, confirming its recent emergence. There is no universally accepted definition; however, most definitions describe a repeated activity conducted via electronic means with an intent to cause psychological torment.
Internet Safety for Kids – Important Tips to Keep Your Child Safe
This is the digital age, where information is at everybody’s fingertips. Even young children these days have access to the internet via smartphones and tablets. They need to be made aware of the dangers of the internet and taught how to protect themselves from various online threats.
Protecting Our Children in a Digital World Built for Adults
Before they even master handwriting, children today already know how to swipe, scroll, and navigate screens effortlessly. For this generation, the digital world isn’t just a tool it’s an environment. A playground, a source of learning… but also a place of real risks. And as long as most mobile applications are designed with adults in mind, we must ask ourselves a crucial question: how do we protect children when the digital space was never built for them?
Child Protection in the World of Artificial Intelligence: Strategies for a Safe Digital Future
In our current digital age, children are more connected than ever before, using online platforms, social media, and digital educational tools from a young age. While technology offers many benefits, it also raises significant risks, especially with the presence of AI applications, since algorithms powered by artificial intelligence can influence children's behavior, expose them to harmful content, and threaten their privacy if not properly regulated.
The Dangers of Open Wi-Fi Networks: How to Protect Your Data
Nowadays, writers, bloggers and journalists have to consider not only who their audience is, but also where their material will be read. And they are usually read on transport, and for a reader to be able to read a text between subway stops, it should not be longer than a couple of pages.
How to Choose the Right Antivirus Software?
Protecting your computer is especially important when children start using it. What should parents pay attention to when choosing antivirus software?
Dangerous Games on The Internet: How to Download and Play Online Safely?
The virtual world is full of exciting games, but not all of them are safe for users. Cybercriminals are constantly looking for ways to "infiltrate" computers and mobile devices to gain access to players' personal information or to infect devices with malware. In this sense, the gaming format can be an ideal breeding ground for potential victims.
How Can I Help My Child Use Social Media Safely?
Children and teenagers today actively use social networks. This is a great way to communicate, share interests and find new friends. But we also need to be aware of potential dangers they may face online, so it seems important to share some tips and strategies to help your child enjoy social media safely.
The Dangers of Internet Phishing: How to Protect Yourself from Fraud and Identity Theft
Phishing is one of the most widespread and insidious types of Internet fraud. Its aim is to trick the user out of personal data (authorization data, bank card numbers and other confidential information) and, ultimately, money.