[Roberta]

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Goodmorning everyone!

I’ve read what Katia asked and how Daria answered and I totally agree with both of you. In particular with the fact that when people agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, they don’t actually read them and moreover if someone tries to read them, the text isn’t always that clear.

I think it’s important to give value to our privacy while surfing the Web and also to get informed about it. There are quite a few free online courses about it and they require from none to a bit of experience on this topic, so they’re suitable for basically everyone. I’m talking about Coursera or Udemy online courses.

In my opinion, knowing which data websites can and can’t use is important not just for safe reasons, but also for general transparency. I’m pleased about the fact that, for example, web browser such as Microsoft Edge give you the possibility to choose how strict you want the privacy setting and the tracking from websites to be, and that can be easily found in the setting menu.

However, I think that when you’re using Internet, you need to be conscious about what you’re searching and the links you click in. Nowadays, web browsers have the feature of giving the user the type of certificate for whatever site and they give people alerts if they’re visiting potentially damaging domains.

As far as I’m concerned, Internet is for everyone but we have to use our consciousness to fully be safe and we have to get informed on the risks Internet potentially has, to be aware of what it’s good and what it’s bad.

Thanks for this question, it’s an interesting topic and it can be discussed widely.

Can’t wait to hear your points of view as well.

Roberta Maria Pia Rizzo

[Roberta]

#12441

Hi!

I’m Roberta. I’m 20 years old and I’m a first year student at University of Catania in Sicily. I’m studying industrial engineering, with particular attention to computer science and economics. I’m personally interested in technology and innovation with a big regard for privacy and internet security. I believe that internet is the most powerful tool humans have made but it needs to be used in a smart way so that we can fully use all its potential. I love languages, especially English, in fact I’ve studied it ever since I was a little child. I also have a background in classical studies, such as Latin and Ancient Greek. I’ve studied them in high school and I believe they give me another perspective on what I study today that I wouldn’t get otherwise. I’ve also been to England and Ireland during summer for one month each and I’ve done many cultural exchanges with people from Greece and Hungary. The key to personal growth is knowing your value and shooting for the stars: with constant self-improvement you can reach whatever you desire!

I’m passionate about knowing how the world evolves and how big is the contribution that technology and programming have given to it. That’s mainly the reason I chose my field of study. In the future I want to specialize in Data Science or doing something related to climate change, such as Environmental Enginnering.

I’m very excited about this program and the fact that, despite this difficult period that we’re all facing, Internet gives us the possibility to connect and discuss together with such innovative people.

I think that innovation comes from not just good technical abilities but also from the fact of loving the world we live in and trying to make it better day by day. Finding things you’re passionate about gives you the strenght to work hard every day to achieve whatever you want.

I think the Silicon Valley Study Tour is a great opportunity to look at things from a different point of view despite the one we’re used to. Knowing such successful people and listening to their story is so beneficial for people that want to give society their contribution too. Silicon Valley is one of the biggest and advanced hub for technology and is also the key for its developement so it’s an extraordinary place for extraordinary people. A place where inspiration is just the beginning! Also, the fact that many people from various background get together to talk about challenging questions and try to give their thoughts about them is an outstanding opportunity to grow and to expand personal knowledge.

Hope to get to know everyone and to discuss together.

Roberta Maria Pia Rizzo

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