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MamaJAM |
Posted: May 2 2006, 10:28 AM
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I posted some of the info from the pamphlet we got at the discussion on Cybersafety for kids/teens on the main discussion page. I just wanted to post a bit more of the info here -- this is geared directly for those of us with teens and tweens who are on the internet. (Actually - I think there are many adults who need some of this info too....but it's meant to be for protecting our kids.)
Controlling Access ~ Keep your computer in a common area accessible to everyone in the home ~ Regularly monitor your children when they're online and set time limits ~ Install software to monitor for malicious code, spy ware, viruses, or pornography ~ Adjust the parental controls offered by your internet service provider such as MSN or AOL to limit your child's access to inappropriate material ~ Learn how to check the internet history files which keeps track of the web sites visited each day ~ Most importantly - BE A PARENT - don't rely on software to be your babysitter.....talk and listen to your child! Online Safety: Prepare a Plan ~ Establish rules for internet use and post them near the computer ~ Help your child choose his or her screen name (avoid using any suggestive words or vital information which could be used to exploit your child) ~ Teach your child about the dangers of online profiles and blogging as child sexual predators scour these on the internet to target potential victims. ~ Advise your child to: **NEVER agree to meet face to face with someone they've met online **NEVER provide their full name, phone number, address, school name, parent's name or any other personal information **NEVER transmit a picture of themselves or others |