They call it the age of information, where information is readily available in a push of a button. Like any other person that has adopted to today’s innovation, I too don’t have a problem with my grandchildren who are currently in Grade one taking advantage of the online world when they get to the exploring age. As much I appreciate the gains of the current times. I am also cognisant of the dangers that come with it.
The dangers are plenty and they can be detrimental if they are not dealt with at an early stage. The following are some of the dangers posed by the online world:
· Exposure to inappropriate image or content
· Solicitation by sexual predators in chat room and by email
· Online bullying or harassment
· Disclosure of personal information
· Spyware and virus
· Excessive commercialism
· Illegal download such as copyright of protected music files
· Piracy of software, music or videos
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