Implement
the use of Google SafeSearch by bookmarking it for your
kids to use whenever they search online. Using
this website ensures that Google SafeSearch is
aways turned on.
Customize
and save the safe search preferences in your
computer's browser at http://www.google.com/preferences for the times your child
is not using this website to conduct searches.
Do
not replace parental or teacher supervision of
computer use at home or at school with safe
search engines.
A
good rule of thumb is to not allow internet use
when a child is home alone without proper
supervision, even with Google for Kids search engine is on.
Keep
your computer in an open area. If your computer
is in a home office, make a rule that doors are
always left open when online.
Install
computer internet security software on your
computer such as Broadband Essentials which includes Net Nanny.
Another great tools is Covenant Eyes which is a internet
security program where the browsing history
cannot be erased.
It's
not a good idea to allow computers or laptops in
your kids bedrooms unless they are close to the
main area of the house such as the kitchen or
living room with doors left open.
Do
not allow internet use after you've gone to bed
at night no matter how good your computer
security software is.
Learn
how to turn safe search on for when your children are
not using this website to conduct their searches.
Do
not allow file sharing programs to be installed
on your computer. Only use safe and secure music
download programs from trusted sources on the
internet such as Napster, iTunes, and eMusic. Learn more about safe music
downloading.
Consider
using a child filtering tool such as Covenant Eyes. This program is safely
installed in the registry of your computer.
Browsing history cannot be erased and reports are
emailed to you about your computers history
weekly.
Have
an open conversation with your kids about safe
browsing and computer use. With freedom comes
responsibility.
