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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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Keep control of your Internet access master account, and do
not give the child their own account.
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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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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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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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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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