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By
taking responsibility for your children's online computer use,
parents can greatly minimise 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 someone
that both you and your child know and trust before giving it
out via E-mail. Think carefully before revealing any personal
information such as age, marital status, or financial information.
Consider using a pseudonym or unlisting your child's name if
your service allows it.
* Get to know the services your child uses. If you don't know
how to log on, get your child to show you. Find out what types
of information it offers and whether there are ways for parents
to block out objectionable material.
* Never allow a child to arrange a face-to-face meeting with
another computer user without parental permission. If a meeting
is arranged, make the first one in a public spot, and be sure
to accompany your child.
* Never respond to messages or bulletin board items that are
suggestive, obscene, belligerent, threatening, or make you feel
uncomfortable. Encourage your children to tell you if they encounters
such messages. If you or your child receives a message that
is harassing, of a sexual nature, or threatening, forward a
copy of the message to your service provider and ask for their
assistance.
Updated-
21 January, 2003
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