Internet Crimes Against Children
It doesn't always happen somewhere else or to some other family. Kids today are connected more now than ever before through computers, PDA's cell phones

The rapid growth in the Internet access via computers, PDA's and Internet capable  cell phones creates new challenges to parents and law enforcement.  Online predators are taking advantage of the level of connectivity enjoyed by teens today.

Internet Safety Consulting, LLC has developed a variety of presentations for high school students, parent teacher organizations, educators, law enforcement, and social workers on the Internet safety and cyberbullying.  New this year is an online course on Internet safety that was developed with Professional Learning Board.  A company that specializes in online learning.  Click on the links to the left for information on services that can be provided and how to register for the online course.

Some common online problem areas:

Posting of Personal Information that allows others to easily locate your phone numbers and address. 

Cyberbullying on web pages, blogs, and cell phones

Photos posted online that can be saved and used by anyone who downloads them

Meeting people that they have met online without having someone accompany them

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Here are the four steps you should take before you go online:

* Use a firewall.
* Turn on automatic updating.
* Use updated antivirus software.
* Use updated antispyware software.

If you take these steps before you go online, you can help prevent criminals and identity thieves from getting personal information and accessing your computer. While nothing can guarantee complete safety in cyberspace, taking these basic precautions helps to minimize your exposure to risk.