2. Internet Safety
When children go online,
they have easy access to
every type of pornography
conceivable.
The Internet makes it
possible for pedophiles and
sexual predators to have
easy access to children.
http://www.safefamilies.org
3. Tips
5 Tips for Creating a Cybersafe Home:
1. Become a net-savvy parent - Jump in and learn the basics of the Internet; read
articles, take a class, and talk to other parents. A good place to start is
www.LearnTheNet.com
2. Talk with your kids - Develop an open dialogue so that you can talk with your
kids about the benefits and dangers of the Internet.
3. Agree on a game plan - Formally agree on your family’s guidelines for using the
Internet and post them near the family computer as a reminder.
4. Protect your computer - Parental control software can block inappropriate
websites, restrict the amount of time that your kids use the Internet, and
monitor their Instant Messenger chats to protect against predators.
5. Explore the Internet as a family - Take a genuine interest in what your kids are
doing and stay engaged with them online.
4. Basic Protection
Basic Parental
Controls are built
into Windows Vista,
Windows 7, and
Mac OS
• Content filtering
• Time limits
• Game ratings
• Logs and reports
6. Net Nanny
Net Nanny Parental Controls
http://www.netnanny.com
$39.99
• Comprehensive filtering and blocking for chat and web
• Can block or filter social media sites such as Facebook or
MySpace
• Settings to regulate time spent on individual websites or
playing PC games
• Windows, Mac, and mobile phone versions
7. Resources
Combating Pornography (http://www.lds.org/combatingpornography)
Protecting Children in Cyberspace (http://www.protectkids.com)
TechMission Safe Families (http://www.safefamilies.org)
Internet Safety's 5 Tips for Creating a Cybersafe Home (http://
www.internetsafety.com/internet-safety-tips-for-parents.php)
Safety tips for protecting kids online (http://www.softforyou.com/safety-
tips.html)
Internet Filter Software Review (http://internet-filter-
review.toptenreviews.com)
Get Net Wise (http://www.getnetwise.org)
Windows Parental Controls (http:/ /www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-
vista/features/parental-controls.aspx)
