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Everyone buys online these days, and the amount of personal information we put out there increases everyday.

Stephanie Powell asks how much we are at risk of online fraud.

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Are you funnier online? Are you more or less shy? Have you ever deleted an embarrassing photo?

Stephanie Powell looks at different identities on social networking sites.

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Young people and the internet

Do you worry about who can see your Facebook profile? Are you public or private? Is there such a thing as private on the internet?

Stephanie Powell looks at privacy on social networking sites.

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Young people and the internet

In 2008, Barack Obama staged an online presidential campaign that many say paved the way for his auguration as President of the United States. In Australia, politicians have tried to capture young voters with YouTube videos and blogs.

Stephen Porter asks whether online politics is a plus for democracy, or just another political marketing tool.

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Young on the internet

We often hear about the unhealthy aspects of the internet, but what about the internet as a place for healthy discussion of sex and sexuality?

Stephanie Powell looks at how same-sex attracted young people are using the internet.

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Young people and the internet

With the rise of online games over the last decade, the gaming world has moved from one control and a television, to massive multiplayer events that are played by gamers from across the world.

Stephen Porter charts the developments in online gaming.

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Young people and the internet

Do you write a blog? What do you write about? Does anyone care?

Stephen Porter shines a light on blogging communities.

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If you're a musical artist, having an online presence is crucial to promoting your music.

Stephanie Powell looks at how young artists are using social networks.

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Whether in class, through chat rooms or on mobile phones, being bullied can have a damaging impact on young people.

Stephen Porter looks into online bullying.

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The debate about Internet filtering in Australia burns on, with politicians arguing that a filter will protect young people from 'inappropriate content'.

Stephen Porter investigates internet filtration.

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