Safer Internet Day supported by ACMA

With Safer Internet Day taking place in Australia this week the Australian Communications and Media Authority is putting its full support behind the events.

This week marks Safer Internet Day in Australia, and the Australian Communications and Media Authority has put all of its support behind the event. With so many broadband customers accessing the internet and using sites such as social networking sites it has become imperative to raise awareness over internet security, and this is what the day is aimed at.

More Australians than ever are using sites such as social networking sites these days, and many of these people are under the age of eighteen. Online behaviour and protecting privacy are amongst the issues that are being discussed as part of the event.

ACMA Chairman, Chris Chapman, said: ‘These are essential messages for young people. While many claim to know the risks of posting too much personal or inappropriate information online, they may not always translate that into safe online behaviour. Thinking about the consequences before posting on your social networking site may help to minimise negative experiences online.’

He added: ‘The internet is increasingly important in our lives, especially among children and young adults. Safer Internet Day is in line with the government’s commitment to cybersafety education. It helps raise awareness about the safe and responsible use of online technologies.’

Safer Internet Day will involve officials from ACMA working alongside authorities such as education authorities, police, and other agencies in order to promote the event.

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Source – ACMA