NEXT UP! 3 200 Netiquette Social media is a great way to interact with people from all over the world. However, you need to act with care in the virtual world. Here are some guidelines to help you manoeuvre around the web safely and with thought for others. Respect other people’s privacy You should always ask before you post. Even though you might think you look so fantastic that the whole world should see, your friend chewing on a big burger in the same photo may not agree. Remember, it can actually be illegal to share photos of someone without asking or telling them. Remember what you post online is forever What goes on the internet stays on the internet. Even if you delete a photo, a comment or a post you regret, other people may have taken a screenshot, saved or shared. So, always think twice. A good rule of thumb is if this were something you would not show your parents, it’s not something you should post. Be critical When people are hidden behind screens, they can make themselves out to be whomever they want. Sadly, not all people are who they claim to be and it’s impossible to Before reading Which two words are combined to form the title Netiquette? What do you think this text might be about? Write down a few keywords. to interact – hafa samskipti to manoeuvre – stýra to regret – sjá eftir a screenshot – skjáskot a rule of thumb – þumalputtaregla
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