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Safety Tips & Netiquette Online

Netiquette

Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

Netiquette refers tothe rules of Internetcourtesy

Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

What is Netiquette?

Shouting (typing text in capital letters) Using crude language Insulting others Flaming (posting hostile messages on the Internet) Cyberbullying Infringing others’ privacy

Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

Examples of Negative Behaviour

Misunderstanding Miscommunication Breakdown of relationships In a worst-case scenario, disregard for the

rules of netiquette can result in punishment by authority figures (the school and the Police).

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Effects of Negative Behaviour

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How should I behave online?

1. Remember the rules of courtesy

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2. Think about what you post

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3. Respect other people’s time

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4. Avoid flaming

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5. Respect other people’s

privacy

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6. Always check the terms & conditions

before you register to use an online application or

platform. Note that Facebook & Instagram

users must be 13 years and above.Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

SSS Cyberwellness Pledge

Protect yourself. Do not give others a chance to harm

you and your family. Sense – Be alert and aware of the

dangers online Think – before you act Act – responsibly. You are accountable

for your own actions.

Cyber Wellness

Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use