🌐 Entity

Internet safety

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3 news mentions · 👍 9 likes · 👎 2 dislikes

📌 Topics

Technology (2)
Child Safety (2)
Digital Regulation (2)
Online Safety (1)
Digital Privacy (1)
Cybersecurity (1)

🏷️ Keywords

Online safety (3) · Age verification (2) · Discord (1) · Face scan (1) · Adult content (1) · Social media regulation (1) · User privacy (1) · Roblox (1) · Australia (1) · Anika Wells (1) · Child grooming (1) · Classification (1) · Gaming (1) · Content moderation (1) · Julie Inman Grant (1) · eSafety Commissioner (1) · Social media ban (1) · Australia legislation (1) · Big Tech (1)

📖 Key Information

# Internet Safety **Internet safety**—also referred to as **online safety**, **cyber safety**, or **e-safety**—encompasses the policies, practices, and technical processes designed to mitigate risks and reduce harms facilitated by the misuse of the Internet. ### Core Objectives The primary goal of Internet safety is to protect users from various forms of digital exploitation and harm. These risks are exacerbated by two fundamental characteristics of the digital landscape: * **Persistent Documentation:** The ease with which information is recorded and archived online. * **Rapid Dissemination:** The speed at which data can be shared across global networks. ### Risk Factors A lack of robust safety measures can lead to significant vulnerabilities, particularly regarding the exposure of private information. Without proper protocols in place, sensitive data may be compromised through: 1. **Unauthorized Access:** The exploitation of weak security frameworks. 2. **Data Misuse:** The intentional mishandling of personal information by third parties. 3. **Digital Harassment:** The use of online platforms to enable interpersonal harm. ### Conclusion As digital integration increases, the implementation of comprehensive e-safety measures remains essential for maintaining both individual privacy and broader systemic security.

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People and organizations frequently mentioned alongside Internet safety:

🌐 Age verification system (2 shared articles)
👤 Julie Inman Grant (1 shared articles)
🌐 Australia (1 shared articles)
🌐 Sexual grooming (1 shared articles)
🌐 Roblox (1 shared articles)
👤 Anika Wells (1 shared articles)
🌐 Discord (1 shared articles)

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