INTERNET AND ITS INFLUENCE ON MODERN SOCIETY

 The world of cyber security is evolving every day, and cyber-criminals are trying to take advantage of it to gain as much money and power as possible. As the Internet continues to grow, more people around the world join the Internet. If you are experiencing cyberbullying, speaking to a trusted adult – someone you feel safe talking to – is one of the most important first steps you can take. Talking to parents isn’t easy for everyone. But there are things you can do to help the conversation. Choose a time to talk when you know you have their full attention. Explain how serious the problem is for you. Remember, they might not be as familiar with technology as you are, so you might need to help them to understand what’s happening. They might not have instant answers for you, but they are likely to want to help and together you can find a solution. Two heads are always better than one! If you are still unsure about what to do, consider reaching out to other trusted people. There a...

  LAWS AGAINST CYBER BULLYING Cyberbullying  can be addressed under  civil law  or  criminal law , based on the situation. Civil law:  This is the branch of law that deals with  property rights ,  personal dignity  and  freedom from injury .                                                    LAWS AGAINST CYBER BULLYING There were 5 Indian Laws You Should Know Of To Fight Cyber Bullying:- 1.       Section 507 of IPC:- Deals with “criminal intimidation by anonymous communication” and can be effectively used by women facing harassment and threats online, particularly rape threats. Due to the inclusion of the term “anonymous”, the section covers the proliferation of...

 What to do if you are a victim of cyberbully? Being cyberbullied can make you feel helpless, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself and seek help. The most important thing to do is to talk to an adult you trust as soon as you realize there is a problem. How to react to cyberbullying: Ignore —Dr Sameer Hinduja and Dr. Justin W. Patchin of the Cyberbullying Research Center advise victims not to respond to “minor teasing or name calling” if they can avoid it. Sometimes bullies are encouraged by seeing a reaction. Record —Keep a record of bullying messages you receive—in hard copy. If you can show an adult either the messages themselves or a diary of when you received them, it may be easier to verify what went on and who the bully was. Reach out —Your parents, a favorite teacher, school administrators, counselors, and even police officers can help you deal with cyberbullying. Your state laws or your school’s policies may have rules against cyberbullying that these truste...

 What is cyberbullying? Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content. Cyberbullying includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else. It can include sharing personal or private information about someone else causing embarrassment or humiliation. Some cyberbullying crosses the line into unlawful or criminal behavior. The most common places where cyberbullying occurs are: Social Media, such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Tik Tok Text messaging and messaging apps on mobile or tablet devices Instant messaging, direct messaging, and online chatting over the internet Online forums, chat rooms, and message boards, such as Reddit Email Online gaming communities Life is hard, especially for teenagers.  There is so...