I REFER to the commentary, 'What sexy shots say about you' (my paper, Nov 18).
I share similar thoughts with the writer about women posting suggestive photos of themselves online on social-networking sites such as Friendster and Facebook.
Such sites serve the purpose of letting people network, share information with friends or colleagues, or are a cheap, efficient channel of communication for people separated by distance. It is also a means through which people seek out new friends, or even soulmates.
Networking sites should not be misused. Reports abound about sexual predators, who are mostly men, using such sites to search for and communicate with victims.
Photos that are posted on the websites could be an extra incentive for these individuals to be more active in their search.
Let's use the Internet wisely, especially for purposes such as increasing your knowledge, furthering your career and exchanging information.
Posting suggestive photos not only invites trouble, but can also be cause for others to see you in a negative light, and can be damaging to your reputation.
Just imagine someone who has a respectable profession, such as a teacher, doctor, lawyer or executive, posting such photos online.
What if your friends, relatives and colleagues came across these photos?
What would they think of you and your family? I suggest that everyone think twice before posting such photos on profiles and blogs.
The Internet is becoming a 'smaller' place, and more people have access to it. My advice is to be wise, smart and extra careful when online.
Mr Muhammad Dzul Azhan Haji Sahban
This story was first published in My Paper on 19 November 2008.
