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Online Safety Webchat Answers
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Message 1.
Posted by SapphireSingingSamba (U13976172) on Monday, 7th February 2011
*** This webchat is now over, but you can still enjoy Sapphire's answers below - keep an eye out on the boards for our next one. ***
Hey Boardies,
Saffron Coomber AKA Sapphire from Tracy Beaker returns and the two experts from online safety charity Childnet will be here from 5:30 to answer your questions.
Check back here to see what they had to say and whether yours got answered!
Samba
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Message 2
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Ok guys, we're going to kick off with the first question. Saffron and the guys from Childnet are ready to answer your questions. Let's go!
GlassBouncyPuffin says:
hey! i think its a great idea to make sure were all safe online!
my question is:
whats the best thing to do when someone isnt being very nice to you on social networking sites?
Xx
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Message 4
Posted by ByzantiumClimbingCroc (U14428112) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
[Personal details removed by Moderator]lol hi hi love you safire from richie xxxxxxxxxxxx
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Message 5
Posted by GreyBouncyPuppy (U14776580) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
yer i was gonna ask that question to soo Saffron whats the answer??
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Message 6
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
When someone's being unkind on a social networking site, it's important not to reply, save the evidence, tell an adult you trust and all of these sites have report buttons and it's important you use them. Remember, some social networking sites have a minimum age of 13 and creating an account before you are the correct age will break the terms and conditions of the site.
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Message 7
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
PearlPopularBluebell asks:
Sapphire, if some one asks for your personal info, what do you do?
Pearl
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Message 8
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
When someone asks me for my personal information, I always apologise and say I don't share my personal details over the internet because it's unsafe and you can never be sure who is on the other computer. XxxX
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Message 9
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
CeruleanOriginalPegasus says
How can you tell if somebody isn't who their claiming to be on the web?
Amie xxx xxxx xxx
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Message 10
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
The internet is a fantastic place to chat to your friends. But remember online friends are still strangers. It's important that you only add friends on to your account that you have met in the real world so that you know exactly who you're talking to.
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Message 11
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
SapphireActingZOOKster says:
Hi Saffron
I think that you're absolutely awsome!!
Anyway my question is: Have you ever had a problem such as being bullied online?
Laura
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Message 12
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Yes, and I think the best thing to do is to save the evidence of the bullying and never reply. I reported the person and blocked and deleted them off of my account so they couldn't reach me again. XxxX
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Message 13
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
BlueLaughingSeaLion asks:
What should I do if someone asks for my details or photos of me?
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Message 14
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
It depends if you know the person who's asking. If you don't, keep safe by not giving out personal information, or by posting it online where other people can see it. And even if you know the person who's asking, it's up to you what you share online and who you share it with. It's important to remember that photos can reveal a lot about a person and can stay online forever.
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Message 15
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
LilacFrizzyLemon says:
Dear Saffron and Internet Safety Experts,
What information is OK to share and what is not?
Thanks,
LilacFrizzyLemon
XoXo
=) xD
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Message 16
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
First of all, you should make sure the people that you are sharing with are people you know, just to be safe. You shouldn't share information such as your address, phone numbers, etc. In addition, any photos you share should be appropriate and not compromise yourself or others in them. XxxX
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Message 17
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Saffron has given excellent advice. Personal information also includes your e-mail address, school address, friends and family's details and also your passwords. At Childnet we say: "Treat your password like your toothbrush, don't share it with anyone else." However there are great places to talk about your interests and hobbies like the CBBC messageboards!
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Message 18
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
AmberGlitteryWolf asks:
Hiya,
I thought when I saw this post that i would be able to ask the question that I have always wondered about. When you see a email and you don't know them should you open this message??
And also if something comes into the junk but you think it's safe but you are not sure what should you do??
Thanks for your help.
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Message 19
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Accepting e-mails, instant messaging or opening files from people you don't know or trust can lead to problems. They may contain viruses, nasty messages or inappropriate images. The best thing to do to junk e-mail is to delete it. If you're unsure what to do, ask an adult who can help.
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Message 20
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
BrownTerribleZebra says
Hello Saffron
I think that the internet can be a right
I loved what you and the rest of the cast did for Safer internet day.
I know how important this is, most of the boys in my class are always on the net they never come off. I think the internet should be a safer place, If you could change one thing on the net to make it safer what would it be?
From Kirstin
P.S loving the new series
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Message 21
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Dear Kristin,
Well done you for wanting a safer internet! If I could change one thing about the internet, I would make it possible for the user to see who they were talking to on social networking sites so you could see their true identity and wouldn't get any posers. XxxX -
Message 22
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
DiamondSmilingQueen says:
Hi!
I'm bullied online and i told my Mum, but it hasn't stoped. What should I do?
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Message 23
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
It can be really upsetting when this happens. You've done the right thing in letting your parents know. It's a shame it hasn't stopped. If you know who it is and if it's someone from your school, make sure you let your school know as they can give fantastic advice. You can also report to the website you're using because they would want to look after their users. If the bullying continues and gets really bad, you can make a report to the police as cyberbullying can break different laws. Also if you want to talk to someone online, Cybermentors offer really good online support. We really hope it gets sorted out and that you can continue to enjoy using the internet.
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Message 24
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Hey DiamondSmilingQueen,
I'm really sorry this is happening to you as I have been through this before. But, if you follow the advice of the Childnet Team, then it should stop. Best of luck to you.
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Message 25
Posted by SilverSkippyScamp (U14759964) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
StarstoneSmileyButterfly says:
I think it is a really good idea. It is a good way to make us understand better about the internet and how dangerous it can be if we don't know how to be safe. I think is also a gr8 idea that Saffron Coomber and ChildNet are gonna be there to talk to us. I am definitely going to be there to ask a question.
Here is on: Why can't there be a Child Safety website or Club that people can join for free and it is fun? If there is could you tell me which website it is?
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Message 26
Posted by Pippa, Lindsay and Su - Childnet Experts (U14778788) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
For lots of great safety advice and our Smart Crew cartoons, visit Childnet's site Kidsmart and for other fun sites, check out the CBBC stay safe section: www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/h...
Thank you for all your questions. The Childnet team has really loved being here at CBBC. It's great to see that so many of you are enjoying the internet and thinking about using it safely. There are so many fantastic websites out there. As long as you're using them safely and responsibly, you can have an absolutely brilliant time online. Enjoy!
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Message 27
Posted by Saffron Coomber - Tracy Beaker (U14742947) on Tuesday, 8th February 2011
Thanks for all your questions today, they were really intelligent and I hope the answers will help in the future! Have fun and stay safe!
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Message 28
Posted by ApricotLoudBanana (U14939722) on Friday, 26th August 2011
When will the next webchat come?
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Message 29
Posted by PeridotBreezyLadybird (U14973367) on Thursday, 1st September 2011
i think we should have a safer internet
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Message 30
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Message 31
Posted by PinkCustardGrape (U14977690) on Friday, 9th September 2011
Hey,
what should you do if someone bullied you on the internet
should you reply to them or just forget about it?
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Message 32
Posted by BBC auto-messages (U294) on Friday, 9th September 2011
You sound like you need to talk to someone about what you are going through at the moment. You could talk to a family member, a friend, a teacher. If there is no one you feel you can speak to it may help to visit -
This site gives you help and advice on Online Bullying,
www.bullying.co.uk/p...
Samaritans on their helpline: 08457 90 90 90 which is local rates.
E-Mail: Jo@samaritans.org.uk
You may want to check out the helpline Childline -
Freephone Childline: 0800 1111
There are more helplines listed when you click on SOS in Bugbears www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/b...
Go to Bugbears and click on 'SOS' in the top right hand corner.
Try to speak to someone as soon as possible. It might surprise you how much better it feels when you share a problem.
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