Using Internet Chat Rooms Safely

Chat rooms are one of the fastest-growing sections of the Internet; they offer the opportunity to communicate with other people with similar interests in other parts of the country or across the world. They are a great way of making new friends as well as being a source of good fun. Although using chat rooms is usually a safe and enjoyable experience, it is important to be aware of the possible pitfalls and dangers.

In this section, we take a look some of the guidelines for safe chatting for both adults and children, along with some useful tips on how to deal with chat harassment and abuse.