Children and teenagers get a lot of benefit from being online, but they can also be targets of crime and exploitation in this as in any other environment. Trusting, curious, and anxious to explore this new works and the relationships it brings, children and teenagers need parental supervision and common sense advice on how to …
There are a few risks for children who use online services. Teenagers are particularly at risk because they often use the computer unsupervised and because they are more likely than younger children to participate in online discussions regarding companionship, relationships, or sexual activity. Some risks are: Exposure to inappropriate material: One risk is that a …
Most online services and Internet providers allow parents to limit their children’s access to certain services and features such as adult oriented “chat” and bulletin boards. Check for those when you first subscribe. In addition there are now programs designed specifically to enable parents to prevent children from accessing inappropriate materials on the Internet. These …
By taking responsibility for your children’s online computer use, parents can greatly minimize any potential risks of being online. Make it a family rule to: Never give out identifying information – home address, school name, or telephone number – in a public message such as chat or bulletin boards, and be sure you’re dealing with …
Today it is important to remember that cell phones are not much different than computers. Not only can the cell phone be used to speak with anyone 24/7 but they also offer standard features including text messaging, email and full Internet access including unlimited web surfing and access to social networking sites. Additionally, cell phones have …
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