Using Technology Responsibly Best Practices for

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Using Technology Responsibly Best Practices for Safe and Savvy Technology Use Why Become Tech-Savvy? College students rely heavily on technology for both academic and non-academic purposes Laptops Netbooks MP3 Players Smart Phones Tablets E-Readers Assistive Technology Devices Near-constant access to technology Need to accomplish many tasks online Skills are more than just how to use it; need to be truly savvy about technology gaming Homework Shopping Social Media listening to music Staying organized email Research Why do you use technology? Blogging A Double-Edged Sword Technology is so well-integrated into daily life that we may not realize its extent Pros: convenience and efficiency Cons: dependence and vulnerability Technology’s benefits usually outweigh its risks However, serious problems can arise if you’re not safe and savvy when using technology Types of Technology-Related Risks Security Issues Safety Issues Privacy Issues Data Integrity Issues If You Post It, They Will Find It Anyone can find a lot of information about you online. All it takes to find many details about you is… The motivation and persistence to look for them A small amount of prior knowledge about you If you are careless about online safety and security, they may also be able to access more sensitive or private information about you What Can I Find Out About YOU? Where you go to school What kind of car you drive What you did last Saturday night Your favorite songs Where you work What you want for your birthday Where you live The brand of pizza you prefer The people you admire Where & when you’re going on vacation What you’re looking for in a significant other Who your friends are Where to find you on Tuesday evenings Illegal activities you’ve participated in Who your roommates are and whether you get along Your opinion of your teachers Your political views Your sense of humor Where you are and what you’re doing right now What you think of your boss Items you own and items you want to purchase Your favorite sports teams Your sexual orientation Who your family members are Your favorite movies Your birthday and age What causes/issues you support Where you shop How you’re doing in school Which websites, books, and magazines you read What you look like And much more… Where Can I Find All This Information? Social networking sites Facebook, Twitter, Google+ Blogs Blogger, Tumblr Personal websites Photo/video sites YouTube, Instagram Dating sites