The Internet has many uses,
not all of which are family oriented. There are many web sites
and programs that you may want to prevent your children
from viewing. Here are a few tips you can use to protect your
family:
- Use Parental
Control software to block unwanted Internet content
and to prevent personal information from being transmitted
online. Most Parental Control programs also allow you to
monitor and/or limit time spent online.
- Establish strict Internet rules for your
children while at home and outside of the home; e.g. school,
friend's house.
- Spend time online with your child to help
establish what you expect from them when online.
- Place your computer in the family room
so you can monitor your child's online activities.
- Regularly ask your children about their
online friends and activities.
- Do not permit your child to have an online
profile. This prevents your child from being listed in online
directories.
- Block Instant
Messages from people you don't know. Frequently check
your child's friend lists to make sure only approved people
are present.
- For more information please visit www.protectkids.com
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