Being a Good Digital Citizen

Since the invention of the internet and the explosion in the number of personal computers, there has been new problems and issues created for all of us to face in this new digital world. There are many safety and privacy issues that we have to deal with on the World Wide Web. There are things like online predators, sales pitches and ads, privacy problems, viruses, and hackers. When all these things are out there for us to deal with navigate through we but be very careful and responsible digital citizens. We must also establish a good online reputation. Since the time of the internet explosion there have been many efforts to create good online reputations. One way this is done is to have feedback systems like Ebay or Amazon. Trust is a key element in many online dealings such as commerce and internet friendship.  When you have a good online reputation there are some things that you might be able to avoid that can cause issues. Knowledge is power and knowledge of how to be a good digital citizen is also power when you are on the internet.