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How to Avoid Cyber Bullying

Do not reply to the Block all the messages from Keep all the e-mails and Report the bullying to the
messages sent by bully. the bully. messages that the bully sends. parent or a trusted adult.

Netiquette

If you merge the words internet and etiquette

together you get the word netiquette. This refers
to how to behave online. Following the rules of

netiquette involves exploring the digital world in a Nettiquette
way that is positive for both yourself and others you

may encounter along the way.
Here are some simple rules of netiquette that can

help make your experience online safer and more
enjoyable.

• Check before sharing images or videos of your friends or other people. They
may find them embarrassing or simply not want them to be made public. It is also

important to bear in mind that photos and videos of other people is their personal
data, so you should get permission before sharing.

• Think before you post anything. Is it going to upset, embarrass or offend anyone?
This includes writing nasty comments on a celebrity’s social media post. Trolling

people that you don’t know is still unkind!
• Check if information is true and reliable to the best of your knowledge before

accidentally spreading what could be misleading information.
• Think carefully about how you may come across in emails, messages or

comments. For example, writing in capital letters to your teacher may come across
as rude or even aggressive, even if you don’t intend it to

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