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Google Buzz Educates Teens About Privacy

G oogle has released a new video aimed at teens about making Google Buzz a safer experience. The video was released in conjunction with the new Buzz privacy reset issued yesterday. This new focus on privacy and privacy options comes amidst class-action lawsuits and a request for FTC investigation regarding the service’s launch and explanation to consumers. Although aimed at teens, the tips are good for anyone using Buzz to keep in mind. Here’s the video: >   These are Google’s highlighted tips:   Keep your private information private – Don’t listen to Mark Zuckerberg kids — public is only the new private if you let it be. Know who’s following you – This is perhaps easier said than done as it forces users to monitor their Gmail accounts for Buzz-related information. Control your Google Profile – Google lets you control what people can see, but you don’t have to do anything more than offer up your first and last name. Manage posts and comments – Google Buzz lets you edit or...