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Kids and the Internet |
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by yellowrotar  (October 2008) (rank 481st) |
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Over the past few years, we have seen a huge increase in the popularity of the internet. But we all have heard stories about sexual predators and cyber bullies etc. So i thought i might offer some advice on these topics which could help out fellow parents.
I think
its important that kids know that you are in control of the compute, not them. You must make yourself the administrator and give them only user access. Just so they cant make too many changes, such as installing any unwanted software.
Locate the computer in an open part of the house. Most kids iwll be very curious and you dont want them viewing certain sites. So by having the computer in an open part of the house, it will reduce the chances of this happening.
Another tip is to use a filter, this will provide a great safeguard so you can block ceertain sites, aswell as have approved sites. The government even has a free approved filter at www.netalert.gov.au
Another great tip i learnt from an old boss of mine, was to create your own myspace or facebook account. that way, you can check your kids own accounts (because these sites need you to have an account to view others) just so you can get familiarised with there social network etc. Some may say this is spying, but its a great idea to keep an eye out for them.
Good luck!
