Internet Sources

Hello Readers!
This week I have been educated on the topic of whether a internet cite or another source is credible or not. This is a very important topic, and being uneducated in it may lead to one of my past topics, computer virus'. I have also learned about plagiarism. Plagiarism is copying another's work without giving them credibility. Failing to cite your source or give credibility may result in severe consequences. Because of the severe consequences, one should be educated on the topic to avoid it any way possible.
Many have debated whether Wikipedia is a credible source or not. In the end, it is sadly not. Many think when Wikipedia is edited, it is changed back imminently. This is untrue. A page may not always be changed back, and it may be there for a while, giving false information off. This type of website is not credible.
A common website that is credible usually ends in .gov or .edu. These websites are the most credible because they are run by educational services or the government. Other cites such as .net and .com or not as credible. They may or may not be credible, but further researched should be done. It is always important to make sure whether a cite is credible when doing a project to ensure getting the best information, and the best grade.
A non-credible website may give one false information. When given false information, it may lower your intelligence on the topic. You may also get a lower grade on an assignment. Another way to ensure website credibility is to check the author's biography for a history in the topic, and see whether the website has spelling errors or not.
The following like will inform one whether a website is credible or if it is not: https://uknowit.uwgb.edu/page.php?id=30276
Another important topic is plagiarism. Plagiarism is taking the words of another and using them without citing credibility. Failing to give credibility results in severe consequences such as expulsion, suspension, and/or failing the assignment.  Plagiarism is a growing topic in our everyday life, especially with increasing technology. Plagiarism is always important topic, and when you are deciding if you should cite a source or not, always take the safe way and cite it. Another way to cite is to reword the context and then give credit in parenthesis.
This website gives important information on when to cite sources: http://www.princeton.edu/pr/pub/integrity/pages/cite/
The information listed above is important when completing an assignment. Internet Credibility is growing topic in today society, and is especially becoming larger as technology grows. Plagiarism is also important because of the technology. Everyone should be educated on these topics so that they never fall subject to breaking these rules. If you do not abide by these rules, there will be strict consequences. It is always important to know and be informed on these topics. Thank you for your time today!
Thanks,
Zachary