To make sure you stay safe at all times on the World Wide Web and have the most fun of it.
We at Y Sort-It would say your best to read over the following and stick to these rules as they will ensure you stay safe at all times.
Remember the Internet is there to be used and have fun on, its only a small portion of people who try to ruin it for the rest of us but if you follow these rules you won't have to worry about them.

Always
 
*Keep your password safe and don't tell anyone else!!

*Be careful in chat rooms. Just because it says that it's only for young people, there's no way to tell if only young people are using it. It might be someone trying to trick you.

*Use a nickname instead of your real name in chatrooms, or when chatting with anyone on the Internet in any other way.

*If someone says something that makes you feel uncomfortable or worried, then leave the chat room. Make sure you tell someone, either your Mum or Dad, or a carer.

*Be yourself and don't pretend to be someone else - no matter how attractive the option of leading a double life!

*If you aren't 18 yet then steer clear of sites that say they are for over 18s. It's a huge temptation we know, but trust us - the warnings are there to protect you! If nothing else, it could also end up costing you a fortune on your telephone bills.

*Keep any four letter expletives to yourself!
Don't give out your main (or only) email address. Keep it private. If you want to give out an email address choose a disposable address e.g. a second Hotmail address.

*Before you leave a computer remember to log out of all the sites you have logged on to. This way nobody can pretend to be you, or use services that only you're entitled to use.

A few other Hints n' Tips....

*If you are chatting to people on the internet, then don't tell anyone you talk to any of your personal details, especially your address, telephone number or school etc.

*Don't ever send anyone your picture, any of your bank details, or credit card details without first checking with a responsible adult. You can check if a site is secure by looking to the bottom of your screen for a lock/padlock icon. If it is locked then the site is secure.

*Don't sign up for a get rich quick scheme. If it sounds too good to be true then it probably is. If not then it may even end up costing you money.

*Don't arrange to meet anyone unless your parent or carer (or your most responsible friend - you know, the one who saves their money, has got a pension already, that sort of thing) goes with you and you meet in a very public place with lots of people around. As the ads in the cinema suggest the people you contact online are not always who they say they are. No one can check if your 'keypals' are what they claim - because no one can see them.

*Don't open email attachments unless they are from someone you already know and trust. Attachments can contain viruses or other programmes that can destroy all the information and software on your computer. That even includes your latest essay and all the cheaters tips on Championship Manager.

*Don't respond to nasty, suggestive messages, or rude pictures. Tell your parent or carer to report them to your Internet Service Provider immediately.

Y Sort-It Internet Users Guide

To make sure that we can provide FREE INTERNET for ALL YOUNG PEOPLE there a few things that we need you NOT to do…..

Users must agree not to; 

Harass, insult or behave in a manner that is disruptive to the work of other users or that invades their privacy. 
 
Intentionally change, damage or destroy software, settings or data installed or held on any Y sort it computer or network. 

Intentionally damage or misuse any Y sort it computer equipment. 

Use abusive or obscene language, or participate in any form of inappropriate or indecent chat, behaviour, over the internet. 

Display or send offensive messages, pictures or videos etc 

Give out ANY personal details such as name, address, location, phone numbers etc over the internet.

Use the internet for any illegal activity including violating the copyright or other rights of third parties. 

Intentionally transmit or access computer viruses or similar software. 

Engage in any activity which is harassing, incites hatred or incites violence.

For further information on using the internet just ask a member of the Y Sort-It staff