Internet Survival Guide

Internet Survival Guide

Cole Rooney

1. An explanation of how the Internet has changed communication. Make sure to use at least one specific example.

1. The internet has changed communication  because you no longer have to use pagers landlines. For example we can just text or email each other.

2. Define Immediacy, Permanence and Lack of Control as they pertain to the Internet and explain how Immediacy, Permanence and Lack of Control affect both our offline and our online identities and lives. Include at least one example for each.

1. Lack of control- When you post something and someone takes it and spreads it all over the internet. Immediacy- When people keep re uploading things. Permanence- When you post something on the internet it never fully goes away

2. This affects our offline lives because if you post something people might think differently about you for it and online you might be cyber bullied.

3. What are two ways that you can actively manage and protect your identity and your reputation online? (one of each)

1. You can protect your identity by not using your real name for things and use two step verification.

4. Answer the question: “Does the Internet have rules?” Use at least one specific example.

1. I don’t think the internet has rules. For example you can say anything or post anything  you want no matter how offensive it is and not face any consequences.

5. Define cyberbullying in your own words.

1. Cyberbullying is the act of harassing someone over the internet with the motive to make them feel bad or to make them mad.

6. Describe at least 2 kinds of cyberbullying and why they are considered cyberbullying

1. Harassment which is sending mean messages that is cyber bullying because

7. Provide advice for: victims, bullies and bystanders of cyberbullying

1. If you are getting bullied online, don’t hesitate to tell someone about it and get help. Or just log off of the internet to avoid cyberbullying.

8. Your Top 5 tips for using the Internet.

1. 1, Don’t get mad if you see some offensive things. 2.  Don’t say offensive things. 3. Always expect to see offensive things. 4. Don’t steal memes. 5. If you are cyberbullied don’t do anything rash (Self Harm, Suicide)