To help readers avoid and recognize risky behaviors, The Truth About the Internet and Online Predators explains many of the dangers associated with the Internet. The A-to-Z entries detail the social, legal, and personal risks of Internet use, while personal testimonies and question-and-answer sections provide readers with an inside look at common issues online.
Entries include:
Bullies and cyberbullying
Characteristics of online predators
Chat rooms and instant messaging
Internet safety
Parental control
Peers and peer pressure
Phishing and pharming
Privacy issues
Social networking Web sites
Surfing and online communication.