Category: Internet Safety


Internet Safety Checklist

Posted on June 17th, by Cathy Olsen in Internet Safety, Popular. No Comments

We often hear about the threats out on the Internet: cyber bullying, hacking, phishing, gambling, addiction, etc.  It is easy to feel overwhelmed.  Where do I begin?  How can I actually protect my family? Follow the checklist below and you will be well on your way.  Make one change. Wait a few days or a week to make sure it doesn’t break anything.  Then start on the next item on your list.  You will no longer feel overwhelmed but in control!

Internet Safety Checklist

FireDrill – The most important lesson you can teach your child is to alert a parent or adult if they see anything that is ‘scary’ or ‘inappropriate.’ No matter what filters or controls you may have installed, kids will accidently click on the wrong link and stumble upon inappropriate material.  They need to feel comfortable talking to a … Read More »



Internet Safety Cheat Sheet

Posted on June 11th, by Cathy Olsen in Internet Safety, Popular, Technology Explained. No Comments

 

I found this Internet Safety Cheat Sheet on Pinterest the other day.  What a great idea!

Please go to the Internet Safety Cheat Sheet site and enter your e-mail address to get the full PDF.

 

She updates the cheat sheet as changes are made to the various systems.  I am signed up!

Thank you Jen for making this!

 





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