Internet Survival Guide.

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

Internet has changed communication in various ways. Not only does news, information, messages, and content travel more swiftly, but we, as a society, can access those formats during any given time despite its current relevancy. For example, anyone is able to obtain a particular piece of a conversation involving others about a turn of events that has occurred during the past, even if it no longer is pertinent to an individual or the people involved. This can be a negative or positive aspect, but it elaborates on the ways in which communication has become effortless.

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.

Immediacy, Permanence and Lack of Control pertain to the Internet in many ways. Permanence is when you post content and it stays as a piece of Internet history, Lack of Control is the loss of control with the content you post and where it gets taken/shown, and Immediacy is the short period of time taken for others to find and share your opinion online. These concepts affect both of our offline and online identities because your online identity can become your offline identity. It is easy to search for an individual by their social media account or online profile. With this information, access is easily retrieved and lives can be changed. Both positively and negatively.

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

Two ways that you can actively manage and protect your identity and your reputation online are:

• Be sure to post respectable content and photos of yourself or other things.

• Place your account on a private setting provided by the website to protect the photos or photos of others that you post.

• Advocate for the proper causes and keep personal opinions to yourself.

• Be mindful of those who review or visit your account page.

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

I do believe that the Internet has rules. The websites that we visit and use on a daily basis consist of policies and terms that we must follow, these exact platforms comprise of the Internet. There are also laws stating that certain content is not permitted to be viewed on the Internet, too. For example, when using a social media website such as Facebook.com, there is a in-depth description of the Terms of Use that are allowed on their format. Not every person takes to the time to read it, but it is imperative that you do. It enlists everything that is needed to know, including the things that you can and cannot do. It also explains how much action can be taken if issues occur with your account, the content that you post, and much more. Therefore, the Internet does have rules.

5. Define cyberbullying in your own words.

Cyberbullying is a form of online harassment in which a single individual or more interacts with one person in a negative manner with the intention of hurting them, verbally abusing them, and starting quarrels to a boundless extent.

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

Two kinds of specific bullying that can be defined as cyberbullying are Shaming and Outing. These kinds of bullying are considered as cyberbullying because Shaming involves the intention of posting content that has no correlation to it itself, but is only to hurt the sentiment of a certain person or group of people. Outing is considered a particular sort of cyberbullying because it involves posting the private information of another for anyone to see without the approval/consent of that individual. Both of these kinds of cyberbullying are considered underneath Pennsylvania law.

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

• Advice for victims of cyberbullying:

You are important and no matter what someone says behind a keyboard, you are more than their hurtful words. If you are continuing to struggle with problems involving trolls/cyberbullies, enlist the help of a trusted adult to proceed with steps to take more action.

• Advice for bystanders of cyberbullying:

Please do not interact with the aforementioned cyberbully. Asking for help from others, including close friends, is a better alternative than becoming a victim of the cyberbully and their actions. But, do not take this lightly. Not interacting does not translate as not being of aid.

• Advice for bullies of cyberbullying:

Bullying others has no significance within the online world. If you are a bully, please stop immediately. Speaking to others harshly and harassing them is not only unkind, but it can prompt damaging behavior and thoughts. If there is an issue that you are suffering from as well, do not take this out on others. Seek help and solve whatever quandaries you possess.

8. Your Top 5 tips for using the Internet.

• Be mindful of what you are posting and where you post it.

• Treat others online as you would like/want to be treated.

• If issues occur and continue to ensue, inform someone that you trust (an adult, teacher, parent) to get assistance.

• Present yourself respectfully on public profiles in case an employer reviews your account. If you’d like a side account to be more casual/open-minded on, then that is acceptable as well.

• Have fun responsibly.