Well, if the Internet wasn't safe, none of us would be alive to use it. There are certain risk to it but to me, it's still safe - not like it will take away your life span.
But the risks involved are real. One would realize another's (particularly a techno geek's) knowledge of the Internet and on networking would be a potential threat for that individual to hack into your system (not like there's anything special in mine but it just feels uncomfortable like someone watching you in your shower.). Well, some who suffered from it have claimed pictures of them "indecently" dressed taken via a web cam.
Other threats include virus and worms, or horses like a Trojan and many weird assortment of names.
Well, to curb my frivolous side, i think the biggest threats are to people with an access to it without close observation from others. Parents worry tirelessly for their kids with a computer in their room. They'll be wondering what type of sites are they on and whether are they perverted.
For the insecure spouse or significant other, their worst fear is to see their partner going on certain sites and that would be damaging to a relationship if it really happens.
But to be fair, the Internet is a highly powerful tool that has benefited so many. without it, communication and education would not be as advanced as it is now. The only danger lies with the user. Nothing is bad if it is used properly and moderately. Abuse of these privileges are the risk faced.
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