Not Just Playing Around on the Internet Digital Literacy for Job Readiness

Not Just Playing Around on the Internet is a practical, plain-language guide to digital literacy for real life, work, and safety. It explains how everyday internet use impacts employment, privacy, decision-making, and personal security. Readers learn how online behavior leaves permanent records, how misinformation spreads, and how basic cybersecurity habits protect against scams, identity theft, and exploitation. The book bridges technology and behavior, showing how digital choices affect credibility, job readiness, and long-term outcomes. Topics include responsible social media use, understanding digital footprints, recognizing manipulation and online risks, using technology for education and work, and developing disciplined online habits. Written for beginners and everyday users, it avoids technical jargon while remaining accurate and grounded. This book is designed for adults, job seekers, parents, and anyone who wants to use the internet intentionally rather than impulsively. It emphasizes accountability, critical thinking, and practical skills needed to navigate modern digital life with clarity, safety, and purpose.