The document discusses the importance of being careful about what personal information you share online. It notes that criminals often use victims' computer information to acquire private details. It advises only sharing details on reliable websites and knowing who you're communicating with online, as many murders and kidnappings have resulted from contact with strangers on social media. It concludes by reminding readers that computers are a work tool but how you use them is your choice, and to consider any risks before uploading information online.
1. T
hE fIrSt ThInG tHaT tHe PoLiCe InVeStIgAtEs In ThE
cAsEs Of DiSaPpEaRaNcE iS tHe ViCtIm’S cOmPuTeR, sInCe
MaNy CrImInAlS uSe InTeRneT tO aCqUiRe PeRsOnAl
InFoRmAtIoN.
It’ s necessary to take into consideration which personal details
you upload on the Internet. If you want to do so, always do it
on reliable websites.
It’s V I ery mportant to know with whom you’re
speaking at any time you’re chatting on the Internet.
MaNy MuRdErS aNd KiDnApPiNgS hAvE bEeN cAuSeD bY
tHe CoNtAcT wItH sTrAnGeRs In DiVeRsE sOcIaL networks.
As you guys know, computers have become
widely available in recent years, becoming one
of the most important electronical devices for
communication that are currently in the market.
Remember it’s mainly a tool for work, but at the end of the day, how
you use it is up to you.
2. DON’T TURN THE COMPUTER
INTO AN
IMPORTANT RISK FOR
YOU
Before uploading anything on the Internet answer the following
question:
What’s the aim?
Put in a balance the things you might lose and those you may get. If
really, uploading this information is worth it, do it.
By Isabel Martín 4ºA
