The Internet is like a big city. There are libraries, universities, museums, arcades, shopping centers and meeting rooms, places to have fun, and plenty of opportunities to meet wonderful people. But, like any city, there are also some people and areas that you want to avoid. If you're a teen or a parent of a teenager you might feel that you don't need the same restrictions and controls as younger kids. Just because you're older doesn't mean that you're out of danger.
Teenagers are actually more likely to get into trouble online than younger kids.
Teens are more likely to explore every corner of the Internet , they're more likely to reach out to people outside of their peer groups and, sadly, they're more often preyed upon as victims by pedophiles and other criminals on the Internet. Never give out identifying information like your home address, school name, or telephone number in a public message such as chat or bulletin boards. Be sure you're dealing with someone that both you and your child know and trust before giving it out via E-mail. Think carefully before revealing any personal information such as age, marital status or financial information. Consider using a pseudonym or un-listing your child's name if your service allows it.