Internet Censorship and Filtering Summary
Internet Censorship
Control of information accessible to the public.
Typically carried out by governments or large organizations.
Involves blocking specific websites, search terms, themes, or ideas online.
Purpose, in contrast to filtering, is to completely hide blocked content.
Examples of Internet Censorship
Blocking websites with illegal or inaccurate content.
Blocking news websites promoting certain opinions.
Preventing users from posting content with specific topics.
Removing access to published content by particular individuals.
Reasons for Using Censorship
To protect citizens from dangerous content.
To prevent dangerous individuals from spreading false information.
To hide news and events from other countries.
To control certain forms of media.
To prevent people from using certain social media platforms.
Internet Filtering
Process of removing certain search results based on a set of rules.
Internet Filtering Rules
Search engines' default safe search options to prevent access to inappropriate sites.
Rules set by schools, organizations, or workplaces for all users within their network.
Options used by parents and guardians via web browsers.
Filters applied by governments within their organizations or countries.
Filter Categories
Illegal and inappropriate websites that might accidentally appear when shopping or searching for videos.
Age-restricted content, such as movies and games with age certificates (e.g., content targeted at an 18+ audience).