internet awareness
[ˈɪntərnɛt əˈwɛrnəs]
nounpl: internet awareness (uncountable)
consciência da internet
1. Knowledge and understanding of how the internet works, its potential benefits, and associated risks
Internet awareness is essential for parents to help their children navigate online safely.
A consciência da internet é essencial para os pais ajudarem seus filhos a navegar online com segurança.
2. Being knowledgeable about online etiquette, digital citizenship, and responsible internet usage
Schools promote internet awareness through cybersecurity workshops and digital literacy programs.
As escolas promovem consciência da internet através de oficinas de segurança cibernética e programas de alfabetização digital.
3. Understanding of privacy issues, data protection, and the digital footprint one creates online
Improving internet awareness can help users protect their personal information from cyber threats.
Melhorar a consciência da internet pode ajudar os usuários a proteger suas informações pessoais de ameaças cibernéticas.
In Brazil, 'internet awareness' (consciência da internet) has become increasingly important in educational policy and corporate training programs, particularly following data protection laws like LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados). In the USA and English-speaking contexts, the term is commonly used in discussions about cyberbullying prevention, data privacy, and protecting minors online. The concept gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic as remote work and digital learning became widespread.
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