The Code: Basics for Texting and Instant Messaging

THE CODE is a handy, easy-to-use, and frank reference dictionary of acronyms and abbreviations used in cell phone texting and online instant messaging. THE CODE includes important safety information that can assist in protecting the welfare of children. It will aid parents in guiding their children's online usage and habits. In THE CODE s acronym reference chapter, items of great concern are flagged for ease of recognition. These flagged items are certain words, phrases, and acronyms which are of interest to parents; items that are considered offensive or inappropriate language and actions.

THE CODE also includes additional chapters concerning topics such as the dangers of texting, online bullying, sexting, online auction safety, and other basics. THE CODE has been widely praised and endorsed by credible public figures and celebrities highly respected in their individual distinguished fields. THE CODE provides a great overview for technological neophytes, filled with helpful hints of the many intricacies of both the World Wide Web and various cellular phone activities.