The use of social media platforms to bully individuals is one of the worst aspects of the Internet. The Internet allows people to publish anonymously harmful comments that they might not say in person. In addition, the Internet allows people to impersonate other people or create an online persona with the intention of committing a crime.
Another negative aspect of the Internet is that it facilitates the spread of private pictures and information. This is something that especially affects teens and children.
The Internet also allows people to self-diagnose medical conditions, which is not always in a person's best interests. Because the Internet is full of false information, researching medical information online can have severe consequences.
Lastly, the Internet facilitates fraud. Fake websites often are used to lure people into providing sensitive information used to steal identities. The Internet also gives hackers the ability to steal banking information from shoppers who use online retail stores.
