Judy Has Joined a Social Network

question 26

Multiple Choice

Judy has joined a social network. She's having a blast, but a few things have her concerned. You tell her that you have experience with social networking sites, and you're happy to answer her questions.
-Judy has a friend online who has been a victim of cyberbullying. You tell Judy that her friend ____.

• A) should report the incident immediately, as most social networks have a code of conduct that penalize such behavior
• B) should check the social network's Help section to learn steps she can take to prevent cyberbullies from contacting her again
• C) should only contact friends via email, as only email is safe from cyberbullies
• D) both a. and b.

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