The Internet has no life of its own. It is inanimate.
Human beings make it safe or dangerous.
Much as we navigate a crowded parking lot at the mall, our awareness and intention determine our safety on the Internet. As our ability to construct new environment increases, our ability to misuse these environments will also increase. Misuse of technology also involves exposing our youth to cyber-crime. Societal Responsibility Children can access and explore relationships and sexuality online in ways that most adults find alarming. Internet use opens the door to unprecedented freedom without responsibility.