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This book helps teen readers understand the issues of privacy, how it has come about, what actions are being taken to address the concerns, and why some of those actions are controversial.

Discusses the meaning of a digital footprint, or online identity, and such things as personal communication and privicy issues, and the social effects that electronic communication can have on the users of this technology.

A discussion of safely using Facebook, an online social network site, that addresses proper ways to behave while online, acceptable use policies, privacy protection, and other related topics.

Presents different points of view on the right of privacy and the internet, covering such topics as adults' rights to know, a kid's right to privacy, safety at school, national security, and spying by the government.

"The internet makes sharing ideas and communicating easy, and it connects individuals and communities like never before. However, with so much power available to the masses, should people be allowed to say whatever they want? Should there be consequences for spreading hate and harassing others online? This volume explores these and other . . . questions, with full-color photographs, annotated quotes from experts, and . . . sidebars providing a . . . review of the many points of view on these issues. Readers learn about free speech in an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced society, as well as their role in creating online culture"--Provided by publisher.

This engaging text about privacy in the Internet age uncovers the realities of using technology and helps young readers understand that what they do online is seen by outside eyes.

Examines the nature of online privacy and explores just how many ways personal data is being collected on Internet users. Discusses the current laws about online privacy and questions whether they need to be more strict or better written.

Explores privacy and technology in the 21st century, including activists, the media, and more.

A guide to electronic privacy for librarians that discusses identity theft protection, threats from the business world, protecting children and teenagers, government surveillance, RFID systems, the Patriot Act, and other related topics.