My thoughts

I chose this topic because I feel the issue is a large part of everyday life. People use the internet to connect socially, access their banking information, communicate globally, as well as many other areas that are potentially dangerous. People do not always realize that everything they put on the internet is able to be accessed by people, whether they want it to be or not. Photos that are put on facebook are being used by employers to get a first impression, often times which is a bad first impression. There is often sensitive information that is entered online such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, and phone numbers. It is important to know and understand the risks with putting information about yourself on the internet so that you can protect yourself from online predators. It is also important to realize that people often view online profiles before they know you, and people will create judgements about you as a person. This can be potentially harmful for relationships. Through this blog I will talk about many of these issues regarding the internet, and how it can be used safely to protect your privacy.