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Make sure your children understand that if he or she
gives your phone number to someone online, someone can easily find your
address and get a map to your house.
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Tell your children not to reveal details about
themselves—like their grade, school name or sport jersey number—that could
help someone dangerous find them.
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Children under 14 should not have an online password,
so that you can easily monitor their online accounts.
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Computers should always be kept in common areas.
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Children should always have gender-neutral screen
names. Names like Evan1986 and SurferGirlie,
for instance, give away crucial information.
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Teach your children that they don't have to respond to
every email or instant message.
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Teach children never to meet online acquaintances
face-to-face.
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Get to know your child's online friends.
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Talk to your child about what sites they visit, whom
they communicate with and who's on their buddy list. No software will ever be
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