Life in the Techno Age

Most insects have what are known as compound eyes.  According to biology online, "As the name suggests, compound eyes are composed of many similar, closely-packed facets (called ommatidia) which are the structural and functional units of vision.   The number of ommatidia varies considerably from species to species:   some worker ants have fewer than six while some dragonflies may have more than 25,000."

The internet is humanity's compound eye.  One story can be seen by millions, and even billions, across the globe.  In a day of fake news stories (which is a nice way of saying lies) you must be vigilant to make sure that what you put online is beneficial.  Here are some tips to remember when you are online.

Three Simple Tips to remember as you live online

1. Once you post it, you can't take it back

Like the words that we speak, our posts on the internet are out there for good.  You may be able to delete what you see, but with instant back up, quick copies, and cloud systems, you need to be careful how you represent yourself.

2. It can cost you

Story upon story can be found where someone was held accountable for what they posted online.  People have lost jobs, had scholarships revoked, were not accepted into the college of their dreams, and even expelled from universities all because of what they posted on the internet.  The wrong post can cost you.


3. Careful words show character

My dad told me when I was a teenager that "It can take a lifetime to build a reputation and just one second to destroy it."  Out of your mouth, or keyboard in this situation, shows what and who you really are inside.  Use your words to build up others.  Inspire others.  Be creative, yet be careful.

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