Question

After reviewing the guidelines for safe social networking in your textbook:

Why should you be concerned for safety in using social media? Support your response with a specific example.

What 1 additional tip can you share to make social media use safer?

Answer 1

Social networking is a method of communication with people through online platforms. It is a valuable tool for businesses in that it allows them to interact with like-minded professionals, customers and other businesses. With all the benefits social networking offers, it is easy to overlook the risks that are involved. Said risks include threats of criminal activity, such as, stalking, bullying, identity theft, and hacking. we are very much concerned because we may fall prey to impersonators who can cause damage to their reputation and standing with the very people they are trying to network with. Identity thieves gather personal information from social media sites. Even if you have your account on the highest security settings, there are still ways for an identity thief to get your information. Most social network sites have information that is required, such as email address or birthday. It’s common for an identity thief to hack an email account by using social information. The codes hackers use can steal our identity, inject viruses to your computer, and obstruct bank account information.

ex---------one of my freind id got hacked by the hacker and he is started sending the messages to all the friend in his freindlist and also asking for the money .

Following are the tips-------

1. Limit the amount of personal information you post - Do not post information that would make you vulnerable, such as your address or information about your schedule or routine. If your connections post information about you, make sure the combined information is not more than you would be comfortable with strangers knowing. Also be considerate when posting information, including photos, about your connections.

2. Be wary of third-party applications - Third-party applications may provide entertainment or functionality, but use caution when deciding which applications to enable. Avoid applications that seem suspicious, and modify your settings to limit the amount of information the applications can access.