Think about keeping the computer in a family room (rather than it being locked away in a bedroom) that way it is easier to monitor which sites your children are visiting.
Think of an Internet chat room as conversation in a public meeting place. Think of a messenger service as a conversation in a private place, by invitation only. The user decides to whom they speak and can instantly block or delete someone who is offensive or irritating.
Many software organisations manufacture programmes that block websites, newsgroups and chat areas that are known to be inappropriate for children.
If you are not computer literate or particularly confident, ask your child to show you what to do and teach you how you can get the most out of the Web. This will increase your skills and improve your relationship.
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