The internet has made it easier than ever to find explanations, statistics, opinions, and breaking news. It has also made it harder to judge which claims deserve confidence. A polished page may contain weak evidence, while a plain-looking document may provide careful research. Reliable online reading therefore requires more than scanning headlines or relying on

Links are among the basic building blocks of the internet, connecting readers with news reports, research papers, public records, services, and discussions. Yet a link alone does not guarantee that the destination is accurate, safe, or useful. Evaluating links carefully is an important part of digital literacy, particularly when online information influences health decisions, financial