Stay Safe Online
The Internet is wonderful thing - we can talk to people thousands of miles away, book a holiday without leaving the house and find the answers to almost any question with a click of a mouse.
But there is a downside: the very things that we enjoy most about the Internet - free flowing communication and easy access to information - are often misused by corrupt people.
There are three areas in particular to consider when you're using a PC to access the Internet:
- How to safeguard your privacy and avoid identity theft
- How to protect your computer against hackers and viruses
- How to keep children and young people safe online
You'll find books on a variety of computing topics at your local library. Check the library catalogue to find something at your nearest branch.
Website links
BBC WebWise
Take a computer tutorial, read up on Broadband and get answers to your Internet questions.
Get Safe Online
Gives you the lowdown Internet safety: PC protection, privacy and issues like childe safety and online shopping and dating.
Internet Watch Foundation
If you find anything online that you think is illegal, report it to the IWF. See the website for more details.
NCH
Provides concise information on Internet safety with a free family guide.
ThinkuKnow
An excellent site which deals with online safety, but also keeps you up-to-date with new technology and will give you more information on the sites you like to visit.
There are sections aimed at 8-10 year olds, 11-16 year olds, Parents and carers, Teachers and Trainers.
Which?
Which? helps to guide you through online consumer issues like shopping and banking and discusses social networking, downloads and fraud protection.
