Exploring the Causes and Countermeasures of Cyber Violence in the Internet Era

Xiaoyu Cao

doi:10.54254/2753-7048/16/20231102

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Exploring the Causes and Countermeasures of Cyber Violence in the Internet Era

Xiaoyu Cao *^,1,

¹ University of Malaya

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https://doi.org/10.54254/2753-7048/16/20231102

Abstract

In this current Internet era, the Internet is very popular and almost everyone is using it. However, some problems have arisen from this, and cyber violence is one of them. Today, cyber violence is happening more and more. Therefore, this article will study the causes of cyber violence and the countermeasures for cyber violence. This study provides an insightful and comprehensive study of cyber violence and broadens the research on cyber violence. Finally, it is found that the causes of cyber violence are: First of all, The virtuality and anonymity of the Internet. Secondly, some information media and netizens disseminate information irrationally. Thirdly, the relevant laws and regulations are not perfect. Fourthly, the supervision of Internet platforms is not in place. Fifthly, Internet users are getting younger. The countermeasures for cyber violence are: Firstly, improve the regulatory policies and laws for cyber violence. Secondly, the Internet platform should improve the regulatory strategy. Thirdly, improve the network public opinion supervision and platform reporting system. Fourthly, strengthen the early warning of public opinion and the guiding role of mainstream media. Fifthly, improve the rule of law and moral cultivation of Internet users.

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cyber violence, causes and countermeasures, internet era

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Cao,X. (2023). Exploring the Causes and Countermeasures of Cyber Violence in the Internet Era. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,16,47-53.

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Volume title: Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Educational Innovation and Philosophical Inquiries

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ISBN：978-1-83558-057-8(Print) / 978-1-83558-058-5(Online)

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