Social Media Safety and Features

Mick Sylvie discusses the safe and ethical use of social media, covering platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. The video explains the features of each platform, their demographics, and provides safety tips to protect personal information and avoid scams.

What is the definition of social media according to the Oxford languages dictionary?

• A platform for sending emails and messages

• A software for editing photos

• Websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or participate in social networking

• A tool for creating websites

Which of the following platforms is mainly targeted towards people aged 25 and above?

• Instagram

• Snapchat

• Facebook

• LinkedIn

What is the main demographic for Instagram users?

• 13-17 years old

• 18-34 years old

• 35-50 years old

• 50+ years old

What is a common safety measure for using Facebook?

• Keeping your account public

• Setting your account to private or locked

• Sharing all your personal information

• Accepting friend requests from everyone

What is a common feature between Instagram and Facebook?

• Both do not allow photo sharing

• Both have stories and messaging

• Both are mainly used for professional networking

• Both are targeted towards users aged 50+

Which feature is unique to Snapchat compared to Facebook and Instagram?

• Snapping

• Messaging

• Blog posting

• Stories

What should you do to keep a safe Snapchat profile?

• Accept requests from everyone

• Post personal information

• Create public stories

• Only share photos you wouldn't mind the world seeing

What is the primary purpose of LinkedIn?

• Sending disappearing messages

• Sharing personal photos

• Networking and having a professional profile

• Posting daily blogs

Which social media platform is considered to have a safer environment due to its professional nature?

• LinkedIn

• Instagram

• Snapchat

• Facebook

What is a general tip for staying safe on social media?

• Accept friend requests from strangers

• Share your location in every post

• Be cautious and keep your profiles private

• Post sensitive information regularly