Using the Internet Safely For Seniors

Figure 11-4

➟ Teach them to understand what they share (see

Chapter 7 to learn this for yourself). It’s often very

difficult to remove information from sites, and many

have come to regret the amount of information they

shared. Future employers, romantic partners, college

admissions officials, cyberbullies, and others may

search for them online, and early indiscretions can

stay up there to haunt them throughout their lives.

Sites should state what is required and what is optional

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Chapter 11: Grandparents Rule!