Posts Tagged ‘safer internet day’

SPAM, more spam and much more 24/02/2009

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Keeping a theatre full of 15 year olds captivated and engaged for nearly half an hour on the topic of internet safety might be a challenge for the best of speakers, but for Ed Gibson, it appeared to be a breeze – but then as an ex FBI agent, I’m sure he’s been up against worse situations!

As part of Safer Internet Day, I had invited Ed Gibson, Chief Security Adviser at Microsoft to talk to children at Sheldon Heath Community Arts College around internet safety, particularly to highlight the use of social networking sites and dangers of disclosing personal information online. More – SPAM, more spam and much more

Being safe and secure online is paramount 06/02/2009

Ed Gibson, Chief Cyber Security Adviser at Microsoft

Ed Gibson, Chief Cyber Security Adviser at Microsoft

Next Tuesday is International Safer Internet Day, which provides a focus to look at how to help our youngsters stay safe online and ensure that they grow up knowing how to behave and act responsibly when surfing and chatting on social networking sites or even gaming online.

The internet is probably one of the most significant digital technologies for the children of our time – it’s become a vital tool for homework, as well as being their playground and entertainment centre all in one. Facebook celebrated its 5th birthday on Wednesday with a staggering 150 million users where many see it as central to keeping track of their social life and what’s on. More – Being safe and secure online is paramount

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