Posted on Apr 29, 2015
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I went through Boot Camp in the 90s so social media was not a thing. Today it is. Is there a segment in basic training or boot camp today where recruits/privates learn the do's and don'ts of the Internet?
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It should start at the introductory level. A private can tarnish a unit because of what they put on social media. We shouldn't just focus on OPSEC, we need to teach the do's and don'ts. Etiquette. I guess another question to ask is, "how have we adapted to tools like twitter?"

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Today the world is changing faster than ever, and information moves around the globe at the "speed of Twitter". Leaders must be flexible, agile and prepared to engage multiple audiences on a variety of issues ranging from the tactical to strategic levels.

General Raymond T. Odierno
38th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army
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GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad
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If there isn't, there damn sure should be! Great question --- I look forward to hearing more about this ...
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SSG Jnn Team Chief
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No, sadly there is not SFC (Join to see) ..the only thing that may come close is a 30 minute briefing of being mindful of what you do on the Internet or any environment. It's covered again every now and then in AIT but not often enough. It should be emphasized more due to the lack of common sense. Basic was a year ago so I doubt its being emphasized more as of this point in time.
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SSG Steven Borders
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I did basic 5 years ago and I know back then it was not covered at all. I think it really should be something that is covered though.
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