4a. A Word Of Caution To Minors
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This article is from the rec.arts.bodyart Welcome & Netiquette FAQ, by Heidi Anderson with numerous contributions by others.
4a. A Word Of Caution To Minors
Unmoderated usenet newsgroups are completely open, and it is
impossible to control who participates. Just as you can participate
in RAB, so can opportunistic adults who may prey on minors. Although
the numbers are very small, pedophiles or child molesters may lurk in
the newsgroup, hoping to develop a relationship with you. Please use
common sense in protecting yourself.
-Do not give away your home phone number or home address.
-Do not give people personal information that will help them track
you down.
-If a person wants to meet you, meet in a public place and do not
go alone.
The following links offer some suggestions for online safety.
· http://www.safekids.com/myrules.htm
· http://www.yahooligans.com/docs/safety/
If you are in high school or secondary school, you may be quite
mature. However, the law does not reflect this. Please be aware that
if you reveal your minor status on RAB, and then ask for information
about piercings, some people on RAB may decline to help you. Please be
aware that much of the information you may be seeking is available in
the piercing and tattoo FAQs (http://www.faqs.org/faqs/bodyart), or
at BME (http://www.bmezine.com).
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