This article was co-authored by Luigi Oppido and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
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In today’s digital world, it’s easy to meet both friends and potential romantic partners online. However, meeting people over the internet comes with some dangers, so using caution while you chat is extremely important. Read through some of the most common situations you might find yourself in online and what you can do to keep yourself safe.
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- If you ever feel uncomfortable talking to someone online, feel free to block their account and report them.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mating-game/201609/the-ugly-truth-about-online-dating
- ↑ https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/stop-sextortion-youth-face-risk-online-090319
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mating-game/201609/the-ugly-truth-about-online-dating
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2021/david-mcclellan-online-dating.html
- ↑ https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga/protecting-yourself-while-using-internet
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-couch/201705/6-ways-deal-the-pain-being-ghosted
- ↑ Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview. 31 July 2019.
- ↑ https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga/protecting-yourself-while-using-internet
- ↑ https://www.rainn.org/articles/online-dating-and-dating-app-safety-tips
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