A Parent's Guide to Social Networking Sites
Five Lessons to Keep Your Kids Safe When They Socialize Online

INTRODUCTION
Your children may spend a lot of time on social networking or virtual world sites like MySpace, Facebook, and Club Penguin. These popular sites are a great way for them to interact with friends using computers and mobile devices and have changed the way your children communicate with their friends and family.

Too often though, kids include too much personal information, discuss inappropriate behaviors that could get them into trouble, or otherwise place themselves at risk by what they share online.

The purpose of this e-guide is to provide concerned parents like you with the knowledge to deal with challenges associated with social networking and community websites. Once you understand the basics, you’ll be better able to help your kids stay safe when they socialize online.

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CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Facts About Social Networking 4
Five Lessons for Parents with Social Networking Tweens and Teens 5
Lesson 1
What Is Social Networking? 6
Exercise – Get Involved 8
Lesson 2
Why Social Networking Can Be Risky 9
Exercise – Talk to Your Kids and Set Limits 10
Lesson 3
Cyberbullying 12
Exercise – Check for Warning Signs and Talk to Your Kids 15
Lesson 4
Online Predators 17
Exercise – Encourage Kids to Report Inappropriate Behavior 18
Lesson 5
Invasion of Privacy, Malicious Impersonation, and Identity Theft 19
Exercise – Commonsense Practices 21
Resources 23
What to Do if Your Child Becomes an Online Victim 23
Additional Safety Tips 25
Security Software Checklist 26
About McAfee 27

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