Excellent presentation on Social Networking by Library Science student Kajal G.

1. How Can We Protect Ourselves?

2. What is social networking?
o A social network is social structure that is made up of
individuals and or organizations.
o Online social networks has internet applications that
allow individuals to connect.
o Online social networks allow and have options of
instant messaging and blogging.

3. The different
types of social
networks
 Social networks connect
people

4. Why Should I be Concerned using a
social network site?
o Social networking sites can often have a default
security settings, which will allow others to view your
personal information up loaded.
o With our personal information out in the open, can
cause personal security problems or become a victim
of identity fraud.

6. How Do I Protect Myself?
 Research and investigate carefully on any site you may want to join.
 Read and clearly understand the sites terms of use.
 Understand the privacy policies and avoid sharing information with
other companies.
 Create an account without providing any personal information, like:
date of birth, full name, social insurance number or address.
 Protect profile account with security settings.
 For every piece of information you add, ask yourself :“Can a financial or
sexual predator benefit from this information?”
 Do not give strangers to view your profile.
 Protect your friends personal security by what you post about them.

7. Resources and Links
 www.commonsense.org
 http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/8_10/cybercafe/Cyber-
Cafe-Base/
 https://protectchildren.ca/app/en/
 http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/scams-fraudes/student-
etudiant-guide-eng.htm#social