These could contain pornography or a computer virus. Never give your real name, address, computer passwords or other personal information while in a chat room. Sometimes, crooks pose as company employees and ask you to give them your password. If you do choose to meet someone from a chat room in real life, take a friend and meet in a public place for safety. View much of what is said in chat rooms with skepticism.
Chatters often lie about their age, occupation, even their sex.
Watch your time. People can get carried away in chat rooms and spend too much time online when more important matters need tending.