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1. Choose a user and set up Parental Controls What cen do with Parental Controls ej Admin Computer administrator Password protected l Guest Standard user No Password If you want to apply Parental Controls to someone who isn t in this ist create new user account for them to use Type in the desired name and keep the box checked if you want the user to set his password at the next logon Ti Yw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 5 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Type a name for the new user This creates a new Windows user account assword at next logon 8 Click on Create account amp Parental Controls Create New User Type a name for the new user This creates a new Windows user account Jovz V User must set password at next logon 9 In this screen enable parental controls by choosing On enforce current settings Tie vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 6 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo2. FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Internet Safety Information amp Advice for Parents By Tim Jones Practical Environmental Considerations Windows Elements amp Tools Browser Idiosyncrasies Filtering Controlling Web Access Via Your Router na oe a Device Specific Information Practical Environmental Considerations The very first thing you should be considering is how important it is to not allow your child an opportunity to find themselves in a situation online where they are confronted with seeing or looking at things that are patently offensive and pornographic whether by accident or by succumbing to curiosity or temptation The primary and most effective way of insuring this is to keep the computer or device your child has access to in a very high traffic area of your home Living rooms kitchens dining rooms and family rooms are all good locations for your computer provided they are regularly utilized and inhabited by all family members The more activity and the higher the use of a particular room the less your child will find themselves alone and vulnerable during their online activity A second consideration but no less important is what time and how much time your child is allowed to access the internet In our home we ve decided upon the round figure of 1 hour a day p
3. OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com GOU Parental Controls User Controls v y Search Set up how Jovz will use the computer Parental Controls On enforce current settings Jovz Standard user j Password protected Current Settings local View activity reports Web Restrictions Medium Ome Vista Web Filter Time Limits Ort Control allowed websites downloads and other use ime LIMES Time limits Game Ratings Off Control when Jovz uses the computer Program Limits Off Games Control games by rating content or title lt Allow and block specific programs p Allow and block any programs on your computer If want to collect information about computer usage select On collect information about computer usage under Activity reporting This will collect all data relating to websites browsed files downloaded system logon times applications run games played etc GOU Parental Controls User Controls X Search Set up how Jovz will use the computer Parental Controls On enforce current settings Jovz Off Standard user Activity Reporting Password protected n collect information about computer usage Current Settings l View activity reports Web Restrictions Medium Vista Web Filter ye wed websites downloads and other use Time Limits Off Game Ratings Off vz uses the computer Program Limits of Control games ting c
4. Private ict ited v Pager Safety Tools When InPrivate Browsing is turned on you will see this indicator F z J j i QO EME e oono Ll Internet Protected Mode On fa r H 100 While on the subject of histories it should be noted that it is very much recommended that you establish a rule with your child that says in effect they will never clear their browsing history without first getting your explicit permission Filtering Numerous options are available when it comes to content filtering and monitoring software both at a cost and for free Below are numerous options Please keep in mind that different families have different needs and what works well for some may be lacking for others use so you will need to do some research Another thing to determine is whether or not you desire to simply limit the access your child has to inappropriate content on the web or would you also like to be able to track and review their activity This would be the difference between simply filtering and filtering along with monitoring Many systems allow TR Ye Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 9 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthef
5. amily com for both but it is a good idea to decide which approach you want to take and then discover which software offers both AllinOne Keylogger Parent Cyber Alert Spyrix Free Keylogger free Qustodio free Junior Watch free Golden Filter Premium free AnyKeylogger free iSafe Keylogger Pro Anti Porn K9 Web Protection free Net Nanny Safe Eyes Covenant Eyes a note about Covenant Eyes it is designed as a filtering monitoring and accountability software for families and individuals It is certainly more robust than many others and entails either a monthly or annual subscription fee However have found it to be an indispensable tool for myself and my family TRSY w Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 10 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Router Control Aside from any specific filtering or accountability software there are other steps that can be taken to assure that your children cannot will not encounter internet content that is inappropriate Each device connected to the web can be manipulated in such a way as to not allow access to the web per your discretion As can your router which allows them to connect to the web We will explore what can b
6. cyber realm and in the None of the preceding information or tools will ever be 100 effective and this is especially true if the parent is disengaged and unconcerned about their children s wellbeing and development as a follower of Christ In the end it is only through having a loving patient relationship with both our children and our Creator that we will ever be able to help deliver them into God s Kingdom actua TRS vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 15
7. d Change the color scheme Adjust screen resolution Network and Internet j View network status and tasks D Clock Language and Region Change keyboards or other input methods Set up file sharing Hardware and Sound Play CDs or other media automatically Printer 4 bisa Ease of Access N Y Let Windows suggest settings Optimize visual display Change display language Mm Sin i gr r ee 5 Change startup programs Additional Options In View B double click on User Accounts Click on Parental Controls in the bottom leftcorner of the Window Th vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 4 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com vz 8 User Accounts Change your account pict Change your Windows p GB Parental Controls a emove user accounts Set up parental controls for any user__ View activity reports Change Parental Controls settings Windows CardSpace Manage Information Cards that are used to log on to online services Now choose the account you want to control or create a new account Here a new account is being created Go i User Accounts and Family Safety gt Parental Controls 4 Search 2
8. dows 3 Choose control panel Tie vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 3 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com internet PE Monilla Firefox maa Windows Mail Admin on wall Welcome Center Documents Command Prompt dep Windows Update ul Notepad Windows Medis Player Recent Iterns Windows Medra Center Computer Windows DVD Maker Windows Live Messenger Download iy Windows Photo Gallery Control Panel Microsof Customize the appearance and functionality of your computer add or remove programs and set up network connections and user accounts gt All Programs y ee P TELFA Pow to Set Up Pare G Control Panen te Yoy will see View A or View B In View A simply click on Set up parental controls for any uset under User Accounts and Family Safety f gt Control Panel P System and Maintenance Get started with Windows Back up your computer User Accounts and Family f gt et up parental controls Add of remove user accounts Of any user Security Check for updates Check this computer s security st ra Allow program through Y Firewall Appearance and Personalization Change desktop backgroun
9. e done in this regard next Router While each router is different there is a standard approach that can be taken to block internet access by changing some settings and or adding some policies a making a few changes to the BIOS of the router 1 Type in the default IP address of your router into a web browser The address is located on the product sticker on the bottom of the router Enter the default username and password information for your router s GUI The information is in your owner s manual or you can look on Router Passwords com for a list of router usernames and passwords 2 Click on the Access Restrictions hyperlink within the GUI 3 Click on Enable next to status to enable the restrictions settings 4 Click on the box labeled Edit Lists of PCs and enter the MAC address for each computer you want to restrict Click on Save Settings and then X out of the popup box 5 Enter a name for your policy in the box next to Enter Policy Name 6 Click on the radio button next to Deny TRSY w Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 11 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com 7 Place a checkmark next to the days you want to restrict access If you want the policy to b
10. e in place every day leave the checkmark on Every Day 8 Enter in the times where you want to restrict Internet access If you want to block users permanently select 24 Hours along with Every Day 9 Select Save Settings to update the router s BIOS For more detailed instructions to securely set up your broadband modem router device look for the user manual guide for your particular model in the support area of the manufacturer s web site Belkin http www belkin com Billion http www billion com D Link http www dlink com Linksys http www linksys com Motorola http www motorola com Netcomm http www netcomm com Netgear http www netgear com Laptops Tablets and Smartphones Web access through a laptop can be handled much the same way as for a PC as well as being controlled via the router As for tablets aside from blocking access through the router any number of apps available for both android and iPad can be utilized to help block or restrict content for children All that is needed is a little research to discover what works best for you and your family As for Smartphones given that they largely function through their phone connection to TRSY w Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 12 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Tol
11. edo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com access the web it is simply advised that you prayerfully and seriously consider not allowing your child regular access to one of these devices Please see the illustration on the next page for a more dynamic representation of how each device type configures via the internet and methods available to control their access TRS vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 13 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Control Points Router Router Control Parental Controls Filtering i Parental Controls Filtering O Smartphone Tablet Tie vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 14 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Summary In summary the truest and only action you can take to keep your child from either deliberately or accidentally accessing inappropriate materials online is to be actively engaged in their lives and activities both in the
12. er child This is usually broken up into 20 or 30 minute segments throughout the day Obviously your child s needs and interests along with your own judgment and prayerful consideration will dictate exactly how much time your child spends online TRSY w Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 1 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com Windows Elements amp Tools Browser Idiosyncrasies Working on the assumption that Windows devices comprise the majority of home computers apologies to Steve Jobs it is very helpful to become aware of the resources available in your PC s operating system From Windows 98 all the way thru to Windows 8 options exist in the User Accounts area generally accessed thru the Control Panel function that will aid in keeping your child safe online One thing we have done is to establish a separate account for our boys to use while on the computer Conversely the account myself and my wife use is password protected even though it too is filtered in order to keep them confined to their own space which additionally utilizes the Parental Controls feature of Windows This is a very very useful tool in that it will allow you to set acces
13. ontent or title lt lt Allow and block specific programs EE Allow and block any programs on your computer Windows Vista Web Filter You can choose whether to allow or block content Automatically or choose your own combinations You can also block file downloads Time limits You can choose to let the user use the computer only at certain times Black boxes Ti vw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 7 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com indicate times that the user cannot be logged on and white ones indicate times that are permitted To better understand this consider the image The permitted times here are 69m 10pm Mon Thur 6pm to 12 Fridays 2pm to 12 am Saturdays and 2pm to 10pm Sundays Games You can choose the rating or you can mix and match content You can also choose the Games rating provider such as the ESRB or the PEGI You can also block some specific games Allow and block specific programs Works the same as above Click OK when you re done You ll get reminders with updated information Lips If you have turned User Account Control on you will get a couple of warnings through this process Click on Continue to move forward Make sure to have a
14. s levels regarding the type of material your child can see online a sort of first line filtering generate usage reports about their online activity for your review and even give you the ability to set prescribed times your children can use the computer and access the web See below for a tutorial on how to set this up This specific illustration is for Windows Vista but all operating systems are very similar to this TRS Yw Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 2 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com wikiHow to do anything How to Set Up Parental Controls on Windows Vista Do you want to make sure your children are protected from mature content when they use a browser to view content on the Internet Configuring parental controls inside of Vista is a snap Steps 1 You have to Install Windows Vista first 2 Click on the start menu iver me Mozilla Firefox Sp E mail i Fi Windows Mail Admin ne wall Welcome Center Documents ames Command Prompt Pictures dp Windows Update a Notepad Windows Media Player EA Windows Media Center Windows DVO Maker amp 2 Windows Live Messenger Download fa Windows Photo Gallery Control Panel Microsoft Win
15. strong administrator password otherwise having Parental Controls on a different account is meaningless Warnings This method does have workarounds Browsers Perhaps the most important thing to be aware of when it comes to browsers and the method your child uses to access the internet is a relatively recent development known variously as private browsing incognito mode or some similar sounding moniker see image below All the popular browsers Internet Explorer Google Chrome Firefox etc include a feature like this What this i tool does is allow the user to browse the internet without leaving even a trace of history regarding the websites they visited Various monitoring software along with the Windows Parental Reports will simply show I believe that your child has shifted into private mode but will not in fact provide a detail of just exactly where they went See below for example of private browsing TRSY w Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever Hebrews 13 8 Family Christian Center Copyright All Rights Reserved 2013 8 FAMILY CHRISTIAN CENTER A Foursquare Church Rescue Restore and Release Luke 4 18 19 2728 North King Road Toledo OH 43617 419 885 HOPE 4673 www aroundthefamily com E InPrivate Windows Internet Explorer InPrivate gO Ele z elx ir Faworites min 6 Suggested Sites Get More Add ons In
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