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Online computer exploration opens a world of possibilities for children, expanding their horizons and exposing them to different cultures and ways of life. They can be exposed to dangers as they hit the road exploring the information highway.
There are individuals who attempt to sexually exploit children through the use of on-line services and the internet. Some of these individuals gradually seduce their targets through the use of attention, affection, kindness, and even gifts.
These individuals are often able to devote considerable amounts of time and money and energy to this process. They listen to and empathize with the problems of children.
They will be aware of the latest music, hobbies, and interest of children.
These individuals attempt to gradually lower children's inhibitions by slowly introducing sexual context and content into their conversation.
There are other individuals , who immediately engage in sexually explicit conversation with children.
Some offenders primarily collect and trade child pornographic images , while others seek face-to-face meetings with children via on-line contacts. It is important for parents to understand that children can be indirectly victimized through conversation,as well as the transfer of sexually explicit information and material.
Parents and children should remember that a computer-sex offender can be of any age or sex.
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