Common Sense Internet Safety for Your Family

As a parent, you have the opportunity to limit and even control the type of exposure your family encounters through the Internet.

First, decide what types of site you would like your children to visit and those you would like to avoid. Bookmark for your children those sites that you find are appropriate for their age and interests. Talk to your children about why you feel some sites are inappropriate. For example, some sites may ask for personal information that similar sites do not. Explain to your children why it’s important to be cautious about giving out personal information. Also, if you feel it’s ok for your children to engage in social networking sites, monitor their pages and offer suggestions that will help them steer clear of schemers and other criminals.