Internet Safety

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

A wise Uncle Ben once uttered these words to Peter Parker (aka Spiderman), but they are just as applicable to the current state of Internet technology today.

Without a doubt, the Internet has been one of the top technological advancements in history, transforming the way that people communicate, learn, work, and even consume.

However, the transformative power of the Internet also comes with a responsibility to ensure that the technology is used in a safe and effective manner.

We have all heard the stories of online child predators, identity thieves, and cyberbullies. Indeed, many states in the U.S. have already passed, or are currently considering, laws dealing with these types of problems. But as end-users of the Internet, we all must remain vigilant and educated regarding online safety issues for both ourselves and our families.

As an advocacy organization, Mid-American Communications Alliance believes that it is our responsibility to help educate consumers, policy-makers, and other stakeholders on these important issues.

Below, you will find information regarding the many issues surrounding Internet safety. We encourage you to browse the information presented below in order to make the online world a safer place for everyone.

Recent Studies, Articles, and Interactive Media Regarding Internet Safety

Online Child Safety

New report on best practices for internet industry companies surrounding online child safety from PointSmartClickSafe.org (PDF file)
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Good overview article about online child safety
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Internet prevention messages: Targeting the right online behaviors
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New approach to online safety education.
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Just the facts about online youth victimization
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Cyberbullying

Data memo: Cyberbullying and online teens – Pew Internet and Life Project.
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WINDOWS MEDIA VIDEO
Cyberbullying: A Discussion with Justin Patchin, Ph.D.
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Identity Theft

How much do you know about Identity Theft? Take the OnGuard Online Identity Theft Quiz
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Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft – US Federal Trade Commission
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