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8CO1 Are social media companies and the Government doing enough to protect…
8CO1 Are social media companies and the Government doing enough to protect young people online?
Government
Creates laws/legislation
Data Protection Act 1998
Protect data from being misused
Computer misuse act (1990)
Makes accessing other people's computer systems illegal
Online Safety Act (2023)
Aims to protect people online, especially children (under 18)
Age restrictions including age verification
Prevent illegal and inappropriate content reaching young people
social media companies must remove inappropriate content
Social Media Companies
Users must sign up to terms and conditions
Users must be 13+
Users must follow community guidelines
e.g. Don't post anything illegal
Don't bully other users
Don't post harmful content
Users data must be protected
Individual Responsibilities
Young people should talk to a trusted adult if they are concerned about any online content or experience
People can use report functions to highlight unwanted content to companies
Users can also use block functions on social media apps
Introduction
Internet was developed in 1969
World Wide Web was developed in 1989/90 by Time Berners Lee
Since 2000s social media has become a part of everyday life
Conclusion
Summarise that the government, social media companies and individuals have a responsibility to keep people safe online
Provide opinion on whether enough is being done.