Netizens in Cyberspace: Active Citizenship Quiz and Flashcards

What is meant by cyber foot printing?

Which of the following is an example of an unintentional cyber footprint?

What happens to anything posted online according to cyber property?

Which of the following is an example of relational aggression online?

What does intentional footprints include?

Which type of footprint refers to leaving a mark of online activities over cellular networks?

What is the most common form of relational aggression online?

Which of the following does NOT fall under cyber property?

What type of online activities leave a trace known as cyber footprints?

What is not considered an unintentional cyber footprint?

Which of the following is considered an intentional cyber footprint?

What becomes the copyright-protected product of the creator when posted online?

Which of the following is an example of relational aggression online?

What is not a common form of relational aggression online as mentioned in the text?

Citizenship and Cyber Citizenship

Citizenship refers to the relationship between an individual and a state, implying a status of freedom with accompanying responsibilities.

Netizen and Cyber Space

A netizen is an active participant in the online community of the internet, derived from the words "internet" and "citizen".
Cyberspace refers to the virtual computer world, involving a large computer network made up of many worldwide computer subnetworks.

Cyber Citizenship and Active Citizenship

Cyber citizenship includes rights, privileges, and responsibilities required of internet and cellular network users.
The concept of active citizenship implies being informed, respectful, and responsible in online interactions.

Cyber Rights

There are no specific rights for cyber citizens, but it's essential to respect certain unalienable rights, including:
- Life: right to fair and reasonable treatment online
- Liberty: right to basic freedoms
- Pursuit of Happiness: right to explore personal interests without undue interference

Cyber Privileges

Having access to the internet is a privilege
Having technology that allows access to the internet and cellular networks is also a privilege

Cyber Responsibilities

Responsibility is at the heart of cyber citizenship
Being informed about cyber world and respecting laws and others' rights is essential
Cyber stalking, cyber crime, copyright infringement, plagiarism, and relational aggression are all unacceptable online behaviors

Cyber Identity and Footprinting

Online activities leave a cyber footprint, which can be intentional (e.g., photos, videos, social media) or unintentional (e.g., cookies, search engine metrics)
Cyber identity includes online names, addresses, and other identifying information

Cyber Property and Relational Aggression

Online content is automatically copyrighted and protected
Relational aggression, including insensitive comments and bullying, is a common online issue

Test your knowledge on the concepts of active citizenship, netizen, and cyber citizenship. Define what it means to be a netizen, understand the concept of active citizenship in general terms, and recognize how netizens can participate as active citizens online.