Why is myspace so bad to schools?

Question

They should let us go on myspace as long as we get our work done

Answer 1

Myspace is distracting in schools because it is an easy way for students to share things that are innappropriate for school.

Answer 2

You should be studying, not surfing the Internet, going to Myspace, Facebook, reading email, etc.

Trying to use proxies to bypass your school's security system most likely violates your school's acceptable use policy.

MySpace has a history of unleashing spyware and worms. I suggest you follow the links below to help you understand why these types of sites are blocked. I have personally had to remove key loggers, root kits, and bot net clients that were obtained during visits to MySpace. Who knows where the stolen keystrokes were being sent. Your network administrators do not want these on any of their network computers.

The programs used to block these sites do a lot more than simply block sites. They also monitor and log ALL Internet activity. Therefore, they are monitoring both successful and unsuccessful attempts to use proxies. If your school decides to examine the log, it would be a very simple matter of catching you.

This would be more trouble than it is worth. You could have all Internet privileges denied or worse. And yes, Internet access at school is a privilege, not a right.

Save the frivolous Internet activity for when you get home and your homework and chores are finished.

STOP WASTING MY HARD EARNED TAX DOLLARS AND GET BACK TO STUDYING!

Answer 3

It has nothing to do with work. Many jerks on MySpace have viruses and spyware which your school does not want on their machines. Be mindful of who's equipment you are using and get your mind back on schoolwork.

Answer 4

Its DISTRACTING to students.
Plain and simple.