Internet Society of Ghana President urges Ghanaians to be responsible online, warns against social media overuse
President of the Internet Society of Ghana, Dr Maud Adjeley Ashong Elliot, has urged Ghanaians to adopt responsible online behaviour, warning that careless use of social media can affect their privacy, reputation, productivity and relationships.
Dr Maud Adjeley Ashong Elliot, President of the Internet Society of Ghana, has called on Ghanaians to practice responsible online behavior. She warned that careless use of social media could jeopardize privacy, reputation, productivity, and relationships. The Internet Society president emphasized the necessity for both young and older individuals to understand how to safely navigate digital platforms.
Speaking at the inaugural public lecture of the Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners at the British Council, Elliot highlighted the importance of responsible behavior online, likening it to the etiquette people are taught in daily life. She stressed the need for users to be mindful of their online communication and sharing habits, noting that posted content could remain accessible even after attempts to delete it.
Elliot cautioned against the assumption that end-to-end encryption provided absolute protection, especially on platforms like WhatsApp. She cautioned users to be mindful of the consequences of their digital footprint, urging them to search for their names online and proactively manage the information about them. The Internet Society leader advised users to pay close attention to digital platforms' terms and conditions, especially WhatsApp, and to set boundaries around screen time to protect their sleep.
She also encouraged the use of webcams' covers when not in use and urged parents to monitor their children's online activities.
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