A LIFE SKILLS: INTERNET FORUMS Internet forums are very useful when you need advice on specialist topics or want information that is up to date. For example, if you were moving to another country, a forum could give you local advice about jobs, transport, finding accommodation, cultural events and lots of other things. However, you need to follow certain rules in order to use forums safely. 1 Complete the notes about using internet forums safely using the words from the box. Look up any words you don't know in a dictionary before you start. bully avatar post guidelines posts handle profile moderator register netiquette thread b As a member of the public, you can often read what is said on internet forums, but if you want to a your own questions or answers, you must usually first. When you do this, you will be asked to create a Cthat contains the name (sometimes called a dor nickname) that you choose to use for yourself on this forum. Be careful do not choose a nickname that could attract the wrong kind of attention! You can also choose a small picture, or , to use. Again, this should not give the wrong impression about yourself, and it should not be a real photograph of you. Also, do not include your real name or email address in any of your When you want advice, be sure to choose the correct 9, or series of conversations, in which to ask your question, or you may not get any useful answers. Make sure you use polite language - some forums offer advice on ", which is the correct way to behave online. If anyone tries to 'you online, report this to the of the forum. Each forum usually has a section with which tell you how to deal with people who behave badly in a forum