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Suggestions
to help keep your child
"Internet Safe"
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1.
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Place the computer in a room that easily allows the parent to monitor
its use. The child's bedroom is NOT a recommended location.
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If at all possible, be present when the child is online. Do
not use the computer as a substitute for a companion.
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If the child tries to block the screen when a parent walks by, consider
it a warning to you that the child may be doing something they should
not be doing. Investigate immediately.
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4.
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Keep control of your Internet access master account, and do not
give the child their own account.
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5.
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Explain to your child that people may not be totally honest online.
They may pretend to be other ages, and/or sexes.
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6.
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Do not allow your child to participate in live chat rooms while
you are not with them, and never allow them to access a private chat
room with strangers. Unfortunately, this has been the source
of unpleasant incidents on the Internet.
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7.
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Explain to your child not to reveal personal information: names,
addresses, phone numbers, city, employment, medical information, or
especially Social Security number, drivers license number, and credit
card number. Have your child get permission each time before
they give out their name and email address, and check to see what
that information is going to be used for.
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8.
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Although much of the pornography is legal on the Internet, child
pornography is NOT legal. If you find a web site in violation,
please alert the appropriate legal authorities in your area.
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Protect your child while on the Internet. Do your homework
by reading books, articles in parenting magazines, and visiting web
sites to look for more information.
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10.
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The protective software listed below is very helpful, but it is
not foolproof.
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The
programs listed below will aid in monitoring and/or restricting a child's
access to unfavorable web sites.
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