2007-06-25 08:30:01 · 14 answers · asked by fleaishere 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet ➔ MySpace
I know I do
2007-06-25 08:31:46 · update #1
Myspace can be dangerous if you aren't cautious of who you taalk to and what you do, but if you know what you're doing such as putting your page on private, not adding people you don't know, or just talking to friends/family then it's pretty cool.
2007-06-25 08:50:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not dangerous at all if people would just use some common sense. I have never had a single problem with using MySpace. It's a great way to keep up with friends.
2007-06-25 08:33:13 · answer #2 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lots of folk, from the looks of it.
Five serious MySpace dangers
Suddenly, MySpace is everywhere. It is discussed on TV and in newspapers, and is the subject of many concerned conversations. This online phenomenon has enjoyed an explosive level of growth recently, and every day countless teens and younger children create their very own "space" on the Internet. In itself, this sounds harmless enough - so what exactly are the dangers of MySpace, and what can you do to protect your children?
Danger One: the written content on MySpace.
The MySpace pages aren't censored, and it shows. The language on most of the pages is colorful to say the least. Do you really want your children to see all those four-letter words? But it's not just the swearing that's problematic, it's the subject, too. Many MySpace pages talk about drinking and drugs, and references to "adult" subject matters abound. Worse still, some pages have very dark undertones and talk about suicide and self-harming. Rest assured, you do not want your children to read this.
Danger Two: the images on MySpace.
Many of the images posted on MySpace are sexually suggestive. Even if your child hasn't posted a lightly clad photo of herself, you can safely assume that she has seen countless such pictures of other people. Videos are posted, too, and sometimes these are graphic enough to frighten young children - it only took us a minute to find a video of mistreated farm animals, for example.
Danger Three: MySpace predators.
Because many children and teens post a lot of information about themselves, MySpace is a haven for sexual predators. Anyone can do a search for their local high school and see the details of dozens of girls. Hobbies, interests, date of birth, hair color, friends and much more is often listed for anyone to see. If your child were to post that she's going to be somewhere at a particular time and date, it would be frighteningly easy for someone else to wait for her there.
Danger Four: unsuitable friends on MySpace
The people your children meet online do not have to be criminals or predators to be unsuitable. In real life, you tend to meet your children's friends, giving you the chance to decide whether or not they're the kind of people you want your children to spend time with. On MySpace, they could meet anyone at all and you have no idea. Do you want your 12-year old daughter to have 18-year-old male friends, no matter how innocent she claims it is? Your children are too young to make informed decisions - they need your help.
Danger Five: bad behavior on MySpace
Sometimes, the problem isn't other people - it's your child. Imagine if your son were to threaten to kill someone online, and they then happened to get hurt? Or if he bragged about wanting to burn down the school? As a parent, you need to ensure that this isn't taking place, because if the worst were to happen there could be legal ramifications.
2007-07-03 08:15:16 · answer #3 · answered by R P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that myspace is dangerous,in fact is a really good way to talk and make friends.
2007-07-03 06:51:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's the people who are dangerous.
2007-07-01 05:18:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Erm, why is it dangerous. As the above person said, its only dangerous if you don't know what you're doing, or if you talk to strangers and believe every word they say.
2007-06-25 08:33:29 · answer #6 · answered by arwen_1984 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's dangerous for children. It bothers me that it is so easy for adults to be able to communicate with children on the internet.
2007-06-25 08:47:07 · answer #7 · answered by Lady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From an engineering perspective NO, is simple HTTP traffic, just a web page, it becomes a problem if you start publishing your personal information.
2007-06-25 08:36:46 · answer #8 · answered by Blade 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to all ther are advantages and disadvantages its nice to have but at the same time its dangereous for stalkers and id theft
2007-07-02 16:43:12 · answer #9 · answered by cash 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh please get a hold of yourself.
If you know what your doing then there is nothing to be worried about but if you don't then in that lies the problem.so to answer your question yes I do
2007-07-03 07:24:31 · answer #10 · answered by jen bunni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋