Q2.3 provide a few tips on how one can manage their digital footprint ?


  1. ensure that all content you put online is ethical 
  2. think twice before adding a picture or writing a comment that could potentially put your livelihood in jeopardy 
  3. make sure that you are aware of netiquette at all times .

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