Leo Varadkar: Internet is brilliant but dangerous

Rock Community College discusses online safety, emphasizing the Internet's dual nature as both beneficial and potentially dangerous. The college plans to establish a media commission with an online safety commissioner to develop and enforce codes of practice. The focus is on removing harmful content, such as that promoting self-harm or eating disorders. Few countries have taken such steps, with Australia being a notable example. The college aims to lead globally in making the Internet safer for children.

What is a major concern for parents regarding their children's use of the Internet?

• The type of information and content accessed

• The cost of Internet services

• The number of devices connected to the Internet

• The speed of their Internet connection

What is the primary role of the proposed Media Commission?

• To provide free Internet access

• To develop and enforce online safety codes

• To increase Internet speeds

• To promote social media usage

Which type of harmful content is the Media Commission particularly focused on removing?

• Content about cooking recipes

• Content related to sports

• Content promoting self-harm, suicide, or eating disorders

• Content promoting travel

Which country has implemented a similar initiative to the proposed Media Commission?

• United Kingdom

• Canada

• Australia

• United States

What is the ultimate goal of the initiatives discussed in the video?

• To reduce Internet costs

• To increase the number of Internet users

• To make the Internet a safer place for children

• To make the Internet faster