Module 3 Unit 2
Internet safety and cybercrime
Internet safety, also known as online or web safety, is the act of securing your private information and property on the internet to ensure that it is protected from criminals. Since your computer and some of your mobile devices are continuously connected to the internet, should the correct security measures not be in place, this can result in your device (and you) falling victim to online criminal activities i.e. cybercrime.
Cybercrime refers to any criminal activity which takes place on the internet. This criminal activity can take place on your PC and any mobile device (e.g. laptop, tablet and smartphone).
While aimed principally at parents the resource below provides some very practical advice on how to protect young people when they use the Internet. As educators it is worth investigating and taking note.