What is NetSmartz for?

NetSmartz is NCMEC’s online safety education program. It provides age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children be safer online with the goal of helping children to become more aware of potential online risks and empowering them to help prevent victimization by making safer choices on- and offline.

Who created NetSmartz?

the National center for Missing & Exploited Children
NetSmartz — The NetSmartz Workshop was created by the National center for Missing & Exploited Children in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America and uses computer-based, interactive games and activities to teach students ages 5-17 how to be safer when using the Internet.

What are the three goals of the NetSmartz workshop?

The goal of the NetSmartz project is to improve young people’s Internet safety awareness, prevent victimization, and increase online self-confidence.

What are the names of the two national organizations that created the NetSmartz org Web site?

NetSmartz is an interactive educational program from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC). NCMEC is a private, (501)(c)(3) nonprofit organization which was created in 1984.

Why was NetSmartz created?

NetSmartz was created to help parents, educators, and law enforcement officers teach children from an early age how to avoid dangers online.

Is the Internet safe to use?

There’s almost no limit to what you can do online. The Internet makes it possible to access information quickly, communicate around the world, and much more. Unfortunately, the Internet is also home to certain risks, such as malware, spam, and phishing.

What are two websites that help educate you on Internet safety?

Top Websites to Teach Kids About Internet and Cyber Security

• Netsmartz.org.
• Safekids.com.
• FBI Safe online surfing.
• Web Wise Kids.
• Privacy Playground: The First Adventure of the Three CyberPigs.
• Welcome to the web.
• Think U Know.
• NSTeens.

How can parents keep their child safe online?

Use parental controls If you can, set these up with your child and agree how much time they’re allowed to spend playing. Work with your child to agree a list of websites they can visit. Most social media channels have an age limit of 13. You can find guidance for the most popular websites and apps on Internet Matters.

What are 3 ways to protect yourself online?

Here are the top 10 ways you can protect yourself online:

• Use Strong Passwords.
• Look for Encryption.
• Install Security Suites.
• Turn on Web Browser Blacklisting.
• Avoid Phishing Scams.
• Get Private Data Protection.
• Password-Protect Your Wireless Router.
• Hide Your Personal Information.

What you can do to protect yourself online?

Here are our 10 most important tips for staying safe online.

1. Don’t open mail from strangers.
2. Make sure your devices are up to date.
3. Use strong passwords.
4. Use two-factor authentication.
5. Don’t click on strange-looking links.
6. Avoid using unsecured public Wi-Fi.
7. Back up your data regularly.
8. Be smart with financial information.