Welcome to your online safety page
In 2009 it was reported that 76% of the adult population in the UK have access to the internet and that number is growing by the day. Many of us use the World Wide Web to surf, chat, shop and much more, making it vital that we stay safe online.
There are many security issues facing us on the internet today, but with a little help from Karoo, staying safe can be easy.
Karoo's useful links:
The UK’s busiest online parent’s community which gives all its members the opportunity to discuss matters facing parents today. It is the ideal site for those looking for information needed about the risk their children face online. Visit now…
The BBC offers a lot of great online safety tips, including this very useful course teaching you everything you need to know about online viruses. Take the course now…
BeatBullying trains youngsters to become CyberMentors, helping them assist and support other young people online. The CyberMentors then promote the safe and responsible use of the internet. Visit BeatBullying or become a mentor here…
Instant Messaging: To find out the safest ways to use Instant Messenger (IM) without putting you or your identity at risk, please click here…
Facebook: with more than 400 million active users, you really need to make sure you are keeping you and your child safe whilst using Facebook. Like protecting your identify from fraudsters and ensuring your children are only ‘interacting’ with other children or relatives. For general tips on how to stay safe on Facebook, click here… To help guide your child stay safe on Facebook click here…
Jargon explained
What is Spyware? Spyware is a type of computer software which can be used to gather information from your computer without your knowledge. Click here for the Spyware Wiki page for more information http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spyware
What is a Firewall? A Firewall is a security system consisting of hardware and software that limits the exposure of your computer and any home networks to hackers or viruses.
