Be Safe Online -This site discusses common problems associated with e-mail, instant messaging, and file sharing.

Be Web Aware -Safety tips are organized by age group on this site.  It also includes a database of kid-friendly web sites.

Get Net Wise - A site created and maintained by the Internet Education Foundation, it is a resource for understanding the Internet and how to protect your family from potential Internet-related problems.  Here is a quick link to the Tools for Families to help find programs to help filter and monitor online activities.  **Recommended**

i-Safe - A well-organized site that provides information for parents, children, and educators.  Many suggestions for filtering and monitoring Internet use can be found at this site. 

Wired Safety - This site contains many resources to promote responsible and safe computer use.

Net Smartz - Created by the National Council for Missing and Exploited Children. It contains resources for Parents, Teachers, Law Enforcement, and  Teens on internet safety. See real life stories of some bad things that have happened through personal communication on the Internet . **Recommended**

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www.xanga.com 45 million users

www.sms.ac 40 million users (cell phone based service)

www.friendster.com 24 million users

www.orkut.com 12 million users (associated with google)

www.livejournal.com 9 million users

www.facebook.com 6 million users

www.360.yahoo.com 2 million users

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