The Internet is a global area network that connects computer systems across the world, and provides many different online services. This essay will argue that one concern for users of Internet is cyberbullying, because people are using online profiles to attack other users. Firstly this essay will look at the Internet, explain the importance and consequences of cyberbullying and what is being done to address this problem.
The Internet is the global system of interconnected computer networks that use the Internet protocol suite to link billions of devices worldwide. The Internet enables users to access programmes to keep in touch and connect with others using programmes such as email, online gaming, news groups and peer-to-peer networks for …show more content…
For instance, parents can take steps to minimise the risks of their child becoming a victim by having restrictions on time spent on the internet and putting more rules in place as to whether they can engage on certain social media sites. As stated in Netsafe, (2016) it provides a guide to school obligations regarding the Privacy Act (NZ) around the collection, storage, use and disclosure of private information. Teachers and principals in schools need to help take these steps to ensure proper safety of the students such as, focusing on the wellbeing and safety of the students and ensuring safe and responsible use of the Internet and the sites it provides when it is used by the students. The Ministry of Justice offers a step-by-step flow chart on how to combat cyberbullying and there are sites such as Netsafe and cyberbullying.org that offer resources for students, teachers and parents on how to prevent or respond to cyberbullying and telephone lines for anyone who has concerns or suffering with cyberbullying. Equally important, the Government has introduced the Harmful Digital Communications Act, which can impose a fine up to $5,000 for bullies as well as new guidelines for schools (Mason,
The Internet is the global system of interconnected computer networks that use the Internet protocol suite to link billions of devices worldwide. The Internet enables users to access programmes to keep in touch and connect with others using programmes such as email, online gaming, news groups and peer-to-peer networks for …show more content…
For instance, parents can take steps to minimise the risks of their child becoming a victim by having restrictions on time spent on the internet and putting more rules in place as to whether they can engage on certain social media sites. As stated in Netsafe, (2016) it provides a guide to school obligations regarding the Privacy Act (NZ) around the collection, storage, use and disclosure of private information. Teachers and principals in schools need to help take these steps to ensure proper safety of the students such as, focusing on the wellbeing and safety of the students and ensuring safe and responsible use of the Internet and the sites it provides when it is used by the students. The Ministry of Justice offers a step-by-step flow chart on how to combat cyberbullying and there are sites such as Netsafe and cyberbullying.org that offer resources for students, teachers and parents on how to prevent or respond to cyberbullying and telephone lines for anyone who has concerns or suffering with cyberbullying. Equally important, the Government has introduced the Harmful Digital Communications Act, which can impose a fine up to $5,000 for bullies as well as new guidelines for schools (Mason,