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Summary

The 2020 Microsoft Digital Civility Index survey reveals that Indonesia ranks 29th out of 32 countries for online civility, making it one of the least civil nations in Southeast Asia. The study, which surveyed 16,000 respondents globally, highlighted concerns such as hoaxes, hate speech, and cyberbullying. Generational differences show that Millennials and Gen Z are most affected by bullying, while older generations are more likely to be targeted. The pandemic had mixed effects, with some reporting increased online solidarity, while others noted a rise in misinformation. Indonesia’s online behavior needs improvement, especially in combating harmful online interactions.

Takeaways

• 😀 Indonesia ranks 29th out of 32 countries in terms of online etiquette, making it one of the least polite nations in Southeast Asia.
• 😀 The Microsoft 2020 Digital Civility Index survey included 16,000 respondents from 32 countries, spanning multiple age groups, to assess online behavior.
• 😀 The survey uses a scoring system from 0 to 100, where lower scores indicate safer and more polite online environments.
• 😀 Countries like the Netherlands (ranked 1st globally) and Singapore (4th globally, 1st in Southeast Asia) exhibit the highest levels of online civility.
• 😀 Generation Z and Millennials are more involved in online bullying, while Generation X and older Millennials are primarily the targets of bullying.
• 😀 Online bullying, harassment, and negative behaviors have risen significantly, with cyberbullying increasing from 12% to 33% in just a year (2020).
• 😀 Indonesia's online civility score worsened in 2020, with a rise in negative behaviors like hoaxes, hate speech, and discrimination.
• 😀 Despite these negative trends, 42% of Indonesian respondents felt online civility improved during the pandemic, largely due to increased solidarity.
• 😀 17% of Indonesian respondents reported that online behavior worsened during the pandemic, primarily due to increased misinformation and selfish actions.
• 😀 Indonesian netizens are most exposed to online risks like hoaxes and fraud, with 47% of respondents being involved in or targeted by bullying.
• 😀 Measures taken by Indonesians to defend against bullying include blocking others, speaking with friends, or simply ignoring the harassment.

Q & A

What is the purpose of Microsoft's Digital Civility Index (DCI) survey?

The purpose of Microsoft's Digital Civility Index (DCI) survey is to measure the level of online civility and the risks faced by internet users, such as hoaxes, hate speech, and bullying. The survey assesses how civil or uncivil netizens are in their online interactions.

Which country ranks the highest in online civility, according to the DCI survey?

According to the DCI survey, the Netherlands ranks the highest in online civility, with a Digital Civility Index (DCI) score of 51.

Where does Indonesia rank in terms of online civility in Southeast Asia?

Indonesia ranks 29th out of 32 countries globally and is ranked the least civil in Southeast Asia, according to the survey. Its score is 76, which places it below countries like Malaysia and the Philippines.

What are the primary online risks highlighted by the survey in Indonesia?

The primary online risks highlighted in Indonesia include the spread of hoaxes, hate speech, discrimination, and bullying. These issues contribute to the overall low civility ranking of Indonesian netizens.

What was the trend in online civility in Indonesia during the COVID-19 pandemic?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, 42% of respondents in Indonesia felt that online civility had improved due to a stronger sense of community and mutual support. However, 17% of respondents believed that online behavior worsened, with increased spread of misinformation and more selfish online actions.

What age groups were most involved in online bullying, according to the survey?

The survey found that Generation Z and Millennials were most involved in online bullying, both as perpetrators and victims. Millennials were particularly affected, with 50% reporting they were targets of online bullying.

What methods do Indonesian netizens commonly use to deal with online bullying?

Indonesian netizens typically respond to online bullying by blocking the perpetrators, talking to friends for support, or simply ignoring the incidents. These actions reflect the limited options people feel they have in addressing such online issues.

How does the risk of online bullying vary across different generations in Indonesia?

The survey showed that Generation X and Millennials were most likely to be the targets of online bullying, with 62% of Generation X respondents and 59% of Millennials reporting they had been bullied online. On the other hand, younger generations like Gen Z were more likely to be involved in bullying others.

What are some of the major factors contributing to Indonesia’s low online civility score?

The major factors contributing to Indonesia’s low online civility score include the high exposure to negative content such as hoaxes and hate speech, as well as a rising incidence of online bullying and discrimination.

How did online civility change globally in 2020 compared to previous years?

Globally, the survey found that online civility had generally declined in 2020 compared to 2019, with negative behaviors such as harassment, cyberbullying, and reputation damage becoming more widespread. These trends were particularly noticeable in social media and online interactions.