**There is no substitute for Parental Supervision. Safeguards can be unlocked, filters can be worked around, and passwords can be hacked. Please put your computer (or your child's computer) in a VISIBLE, HIGH-TRAFFIC area.**
Internet Safety for kids is a hot topic among families, educators and the media. The links below can be useful in helping start conversations between parents and children about being safe online. They also answer popular questions parents may have. There’s even a link to a site that decodes those mysterious ‘IM’ (instant messaging) abbreviations!
Internet Safety for kids is a hot topic among families, educators and the media. The links below can be useful in helping start conversations between parents and children about being safe online. They also answer popular questions parents may have. There’s even a link to a site that decodes those mysterious ‘IM’ (instant messaging) abbreviations!
Connect Safely - Has tips on everything tech-safety, including cell phones, gaming, etc.
Social Networking Safety - 4 major dangers, important terminology to know, simple steps to safety to review with your child.
Facebook - How does it work? What are the risks? What are the rules?
Instagram - Photo sharing site. Who can see my kids' pictures? Whose pics can my kid see? Who can comment? What is a comment?
Oovoo - Free video chat program.
Online Gaming - XBox, DSi, PlayStation, Wii, PSP, PS3, etc. Help protect your child's identity, prevent and intervene if you suspect harassment, and protect your credit (yes, your money!).
Social Networking Safety - 4 major dangers, important terminology to know, simple steps to safety to review with your child.
Facebook - How does it work? What are the risks? What are the rules?
Instagram - Photo sharing site. Who can see my kids' pictures? Whose pics can my kid see? Who can comment? What is a comment?
Oovoo - Free video chat program.
Online Gaming - XBox, DSi, PlayStation, Wii, PSP, PS3, etc. Help protect your child's identity, prevent and intervene if you suspect harassment, and protect your credit (yes, your money!).
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