What is 'digital citizenship'?

Using technology responsibly, ethically, and safely — including how you treat others online, protect your privacy, verify information, and understand your rights and responsibilities Being a resident of a country that has digital ID systems instead of paper documents Using the internet frequently enough to be considered an experienced user Having a verified account on a major social media platform

What is 'copyright' and how does it apply to content you find online?

Copyright gives creators exclusive rights to their work — images, music, videos, and writing you find online are usually protected and can't be freely reused without permission or licensing If something is on the internet, it's in the public domain and free to use Copyright only applies to professional creators — student work isn't protected You can use any online content for school projects as long as you cite the source

What is 'screen time' and why might you want to be mindful of it?

The amount of time spent on devices — excessive or unbalanced screen time, especially social media, has been linked to disrupted sleep, reduced concentration, and impact on wellbeing Time spent looking at a screen — any screen time is harmful and should be minimized The time it takes for a new screen to display information — a measure of display quality A parental control feature that limits which websites children can visit

What is 'netiquette'?

Etiquette for the internet — the informal rules of respectful, considerate communication in online spaces like email, forums, social media, and video calls A government-issued set of rules about what is and isn't legal to post online A fishing technique used in online multiplayer games to lure competitors The technical etiquette that computer engineers follow when designing networks

What should you do before sharing a news article or claim on social media?

Verify it — check the source's credibility, look for the same story from multiple independent outlets, check fact-checking sites, and consider whether the claim seems designed to trigger a strong emotional reaction Share it immediately if it's important — speed matters more than verification in urgent situations It's fine to share without checking as long as you add 'not sure if true' in your caption Check if your friends have already shared it — if many people shared it, it's probably true

What is 'cybersquatting'?

Registering domain names that are similar to famous brands or people's names, hoping to sell them at a profit or use them to deceive users Squatting in an abandoned server room to run a website without paying rent Using another company's trademarked images on your website without permission Sending mass emails pretending to be from major companies

What is 'digital wellness'?

A mindful relationship with technology — using it intentionally for your benefit rather than compulsively, and maintaining balance with offline activities, relationships, and rest Using fitness tracking apps and websites about health to improve physical wellbeing Making sure your devices are ergonomically set up to prevent physical strain Practicing good posture and taking breaks when using computers for long periods

What is 'open source' software and what are its benefits?

Software whose source code is publicly available for anyone to view, modify, and distribute — benefits include transparency, community-driven improvement, and the ability to verify security claims Software that doesn't require a license and can be installed on any number of devices Software designed for public institutions like schools and government offices Software with an easy-to-understand interface — 'open' means accessible to beginners

Why is it important to read privacy policies before using apps and websites?

Privacy policies legally describe what data is collected, how it's used, who it's shared with, and your rights — they reveal whether a service is trustworthy and what you're actually agreeing to You don't need to — privacy laws automatically protect you regardless of what policies say Only important for banking apps — social media privacy policies don't matter much Privacy policies are written by lawyers to protect companies, not users — reading them is pointless

What does it mean to be a 'responsible sharer' of content online?

Verifying accuracy before sharing, considering the impact on people featured in content, respecting copyright, and thinking about whether sharing serves a constructive purpose Only sharing content created by professional journalists and official organizations Adding a disclaimer to anything you share that you can't verify Limiting yourself to sharing content with your close friends rather than publicly