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THE NEW ERA OF











                                                        Article by Dimieari David Kemedi (Year 10 Benue)





                                                                The Risks
                                                                Cyberbullying, Scams, Grooming and harm-
                                                                ful content are just some of them. One can
                   e are witnessing an era when the             hide behind fake personas and manipulate
                   online world is intricately related          people. Sharing personal information may
       W to our day-to-day life activities.                     seem harmless, but it can have conse-
       Learning, Communication, Gaming and                      quences.
       Creativity – being online unlocks a world
       of possibilities, especially for the younger             What Ways Can You Remain Safe In

       generation. But along with these opportu-                The Online World?
       nities are tangible threats, which make the                •  Always think before you post or share
       understanding of online safety and pro-                        anything.
       tection necessary.                                         •  Always keep your personal details pri-
                                                                      vate.
       The Benefits                                               •  Converse with people whose identity
       With the help of the internet, one has                         you are sure of.

       knowledge at his fingertips, can talk with                 •  Make use of privacy settings.
       his friends and relatives and can unleash                  •  Let any concerning issues be reported
       his creative self. There are apps, games,
       social media, and tools that can be used                 While the cyber world offers us opportuni-
       to make learning more engaging. The                      ties, it is crucial that we navigate it carefully.
       digital world, if used wisely, can aid in the            Safety on the internet is not about being
       all-around development of the student.                   frightened; it is about making wise choices.
                                                                We can reap the benefits of the web while
                                                                shielding ourselves and others from its dan-

                                                                gers.





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