Be wise on the Internet

廣東 涂麗平

在現代社會，互聯網將我們與世界各地的人聯系在一起，為我們提供無盡的學習機會和與他人交流的途徑。然而，網絡世界也存在潛在的風險和問題。

主題語境：網絡安全 篇幅：355詞 建議用時：7分鐘

1In our modern world, the Internet connects us to the world and offers endless chances to learn.However, it also brings hidden risks and problems.Being wise on the Internet is a must.

2To start with, being wise on the Internet requires users to have good manners online.Thinking about other users online is vital, as words can cause misunderstandings and fights very quickly if used wrongly.When chatting in online groups or in comments, always be nice to others, stay away from mean words, and don't share details about yourself that could be used to hurt you.

3Another key part of being wise on the Internet is keeping your privacy and security safe.The Internet is full of people who want to find weak spots in systems and take important information.To keep safe,use strong, special passwords for all sites, turn on multi-step security checks when you can,and stay away from dodgy websites or links.Regularly bring your software up to date, use a good and trusted virus checker, and use a VPN for extra safety and to hide your information from others.

4Also, finding out about news on the Internet and possible risks is key to safety and security online.Knowing about new Internet scams (騙局) and risks can help you spot danger when surfing online.Look for information from different places, read fair reviews and reports, and compare data to make sure you don't get tricked.

5Lastly, being wise on the Internet means being careful with what you read and write and being responsible for what you read and write.The Internet may have lots of information, but not all of it is trustworthy or accurate.Always think hard about any information you find and check if it's correct and important before passing it on to others.

6In the end, being wise on the Internet covers many different ways to behave online that result in safe, responsible, and nice chats online.By thinking about our manners online, keeping our privacy safe, learning about risks, and checking the information we read and give to others, we can stay safe and help make a nice and helpful place on the Internet.

Reading Check

1.What is the main purpose of this text?

A.To teach readers to be smart online.

B.To complain about the Internet.

C.To promote the use of VPNs.

D.To discuss online tricks.

2.What should you do when interacting with others online according to the text?

A.Use idioms to state your opinion.

B.Share your personal information sincerely with others.

C.Respect others and avoid using mean words.

D.Take part in online fights to express your opinion.

3.What does the underlined word “dodgy” in paragraph 3 mean?

A.Interesting.B.Professional.C.Reliable.D.Risky.

4.What is one of the recommendations for keeping your software secure?

A.Use outdated software versions.

B.Regularly update your software.

C.Avoid using a virus checker.

D.Share your passwords with friends.

Language Study

Ⅰ.日積月累

misunderstandingn.誤解

privacyn.隱私

securityn.安全

trustworthyadj.值得信賴的

accurateadj.準確的

responsibleadj.負責任的

mannersn.禮貌；禮儀

VPN (Virtual Private Network) 虛擬專用網絡

weak spot 弱點

virus checker 病毒檢查程序

learn about risks 了解風險

check the information 核實信息

a nice and helpful place 一個美好且有益的地方

Ⅱ.語法填空

The Internet 1.________(help) us talk to people from far away and learn new things,but it can also be a place 2.________ problems happen.We need to be 3.________(care)and smart when we use the Internet.Firstly, we must be polite and kind 4.________ other people online.We also need to be careful about the things we say or share to avoid problems.Secondly, it's important 5.________(protect) our personal information.We should use good passwords and always keep our systems 6.________(update).We also need to be aware 7.________ online tricks.Get information from many different places to make sure you're not 8.________(fool).Lastly, not everything we read online is true or trustworthy.We should question the information we find.All in all, we need to be polite, safe and alert to risks and make sure that the stuff we read and share 9.________(be) accurate.This way,we can keep our Internet 10.________ safe and useful place.

主題應用·語庫構建

Ⅰ.主題詞匯

blog 博客；寫博客

blogger博主

engine 引擎；發動機；火車頭

chat 聊天；閑聊

stream 流播；流動

identity 身份；特征

convenient 方便的；近便的

update 更新；最新消息

database 數據庫；資料庫

software 軟件

network 網絡

surf 瀏覽；沖浪

benefit 使受益；得益于

distance 距離

inspire 鼓舞；激勵；啟發思考

access 進入；使用；獲取

function 起作用

battery 電池

confirm 確認；使確信

Wi-Fi無線局域網

button 按鈕；紐扣

file 文件；文件夾；檔案

discount 折扣

click 點擊

privacy 隱私；私密

target 目標；對象；靶子

troll發挑釁帖子的人

cyberbully網絡欺凌

false 假的；錯誤的

guideline準則；指導原則

familiar 熟悉的；熟知的

define 給……下定義；界定；解釋

Ⅱ.主題短語

search engine 搜索引擎

identity card 身份證

keep track of 掌握……的最新消息；了解……的動態

match...with...把……與……相匹配

chat online 網上聊天

blog post 博文；博客帖子

chat room 聊天室

look up information 查閱信息

catch the attention of 吸引……的注意

wait in line 排隊

keep...in mind 牢記……

be familiar with 熟悉

make fun of 取笑；戲弄

go through 經歷

make trouble 惹麻煩

stay safe 保持安全

be popular with 受……歡迎

shorten the distance between 縮短……之間的距離

result in 導致

personal information 個人信息

spend time on 在……上花費時間

be inspired by 被……鼓舞

collect money/raise money 募捐

apply for work online 在網上申請工作

surf the Internet 上網

have access to the Internet 能夠上網

make a positive comment on 對……做出積極的評論

Ⅲ.主題美句

1.With the development of the Internet, more and more people tend to send e-cards to offer their greetings and wishes to their relatives and friends.隨著互聯網的發展，越來越多的人傾向于用電子賀卡向親朋好友表達問候和祝福。

2.Nowadays, more and more people like to hunt for what they want on the Internet and have them delivered by the express company.現在，越來越多的人喜歡在網上“淘”他們想要的東西，然后讓快遞公司送貨。

3.The Internet keeps us informed of the latest news and also provides entertainment in the house.It is no wonder that it's so popular worldwide.互聯網使我們在家就能了解最新消息，還為我們提供娛樂。難怪它在全世界那么受歡迎。

4.More and more students are beginning to use social software because it really shortens the distance between people.越來越多的學生開始使用社交軟件，因為它真的縮短了人與人之間的距離。

5.As far as I am concerned, social software is convenient but we should use it properly.就我而言，社交軟件確實很方便，但我們應該正確地使用它。

6.Teenagers today are digital natives,with the Internet being an integral part of their lives.如今的青少年都是數字達人，互聯網是他們生活中不可或缺的一部分。

7.There is no doubt that we benefit a lot from the scientific advancements in many different ways.毫無疑問，我們以許多不同的方式受益于科學的進步。

8.As for me, I often go online to search for some useful information for my study, because I hold the view that we should make the best of the Internet to equip ourselves with more knowledge.至于我，我經常上網搜集一些對學習有用的信息，因為我認為我們應該充分利用互聯網，以便用更多的知識武裝自己。

9.Microblog can provide a platform to show our talent and release our pressure,thus making it more and more popular with high school students.微型博客能給我們提供一個展示我們的天賦、釋放我們的壓力的平臺，因此它越來越受高中生的歡迎。

10.It goes without saying that modern technology brings us convenience and comfort in life.毫無疑問，現代科技給我們的生活帶來了方便和舒適。

11.Modern teenagers are closely connected to the online world, which offers them numerous opportunities for growth and development.現代青少年與網絡世界緊密相連，網絡世界為他們提供了許多成長和發展的機會。

12.The Internet allows teenagers to gain knowledge, engage in creative activities, and broaden their horizons.互聯網使青少年能夠獲取知識，參與有創造性的活動并拓寬他們的視野。

13.On the other hand, excessive use of the Internet may lead to negative consequences, such as decreased social skills,online addiction, and exposure to harmful content.另一方面，過度使用互聯網可能會帶來負面后果，如社交能力減弱、網絡成癮以及接觸有害內容。

14.To ensure that teenagers can make full use of the benefits of the Internet without falling into its traps, proper guidance from parents and educators is essential.確保青少年能充分利用互聯網的好處而不落入其陷阱，父母和教育者的適當引導是至關重要的。

Ⅳ.主題寫作

假定你是李華，最近你校開展了主題為“Social media and teen health”的英語作文比賽，請你寫一篇短文參賽。

注意：

1.詞數80左右；

2.可以適當增加細節，以使行文連貫。

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Ⅴ.主題測評

見P60～P72“安全上網，守護未來”內容。