Harlan Coben The Undercover Parent

The Internet is a complex group of networks that can be very useful tool for research, and there are some sites use for social media. “The Undercover Parent”, written by Harlan Coben, believes that by spying on teen’s Internet use, through the use of spyware, is a good idea. So should teens have the right to privacy online? Yes, they should have privacy whilst texting and online, here are some reasons why. Teens should be able to speak online without fear of being watched. Parents like to go off of assumptions and because of this they may think something is going on between friends or just people that have been added. You also can’t control what your friends say online. Even if you tell them not to say certain things they may forget or just listen. It’s also none of the parents concern on who their friends are like or how they act. If you do end up talking to …show more content…
Teens have a better understanding about technology and know how to block certain types of spyware, and how to get around blocked sites. Another way teenagers can find ways around blocked sites is by moving to a new site. Other ways to get around the problem is meeting up with people they know. Parents cannot be trusted when watching over a teen’s texting site. They can look at you profile and see the people you talk to and things you say. It’s none of their business, why should the parents be able to spy on what teens do. Most teens do go and see what they post daily or who their friends are. You may argue that the Internet creates an unsafe environment, but it can be argued that it is a great learning tool. The Internet is filled with valuable information. It may also be said that the internet is dangerous because of cyber bullying and unknowingly talking to a stranger. If you are threatened online by a bully, then just tell someone. Also if someone asks you to go somewhere strange then don’t go, it would be foolish to