ONLINE SAFETY VOCABULARY

Attempts to block malicious programs and software from harming your computer

A malicious code that displays unsolicited advertising on your computer.

A program that lets you find, see, and hear material on web pages.

An Act that requires public school and libraries to filter internet access

A software that allows multiple users to access the same files simultaneously.

An Act of 1996 that protects children from internet pornography.

Any technique or software used to protect computer and prevent online crime.

Information about a website that is recorded automatically on your computer.

A system used to block hackers, viruses, and other malicious threats to your computer.

A location online that allows multiple users to communicate electronically with each other in real time.

A record at all website visits and e-mail messages, leaving a trail of the users activity.

A list of friends a user interacts with online through various media.

A personal journal kept on a website.

To copy a file from one computer system to another.

A name for bookmarks.

Allows children access to sites that have been blocked.

Any internet related illegal activity

A link to a website that allows you to click on directly, rather than having to retype the address

These are online sites that allow users to post comments on a particular issue.

Allows you to block certain types of content from being displayed.

Methods individuals use to track, lure, or harass another person online.

Willful and repeated harm inflicted through medium of electronic text