The Internet is a very powerful tool. Previously the web was a huge archive of information but now its changed a lot. The web is no longer about just information and knowledge its about people. Were as before chat rooms were reserved for people with special interests ( such as a trade) and cyber super nerds sits like Facebook and Bebo have made it cool to have friends on the web.
In many ways this trend is a good thing it allows kids to interact with their friends from all around the country in a safe and fun way. However in some cases things can be totally different. Now the web is becoming a true social medium it is bringing onto itself some of the more sinister aspects of our society, problems such as predatory adults and bullies people who look for vulnerable people to take advantage of. Continue reading →