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BrklynTek
understands that the same advances in computer and telecommunication technology that allows
your child to tap into new sources of education also leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and harm by various
online offenders. As your child innocently explores the internet; chatting
with friends, making new friends, passing the time, and/or researching for information, parents should be educated on
keeping them safe. We found
that the most effective way to ensure your child's safety is by monitoring his or her online
activity as well as the amount of time spent online. The utilization of appropriate blocking software
and/or parental controls, along with open and honest discussions with your child, will leave you confident that your
child will most likely stay out of harm's way.
 Some of the most effective methods in
parental monitoring are: Content
Controls - Flexible content control allows you to select the types of website that are appropriate Program Controls - Control Instant Messengers,
P2P File Sharing, and other harmful programs. Time Controls
- Control the amount of time spent online, and the times when the internet is available. Usage
Logging - Create and review logs of websites visited, programs used on the Internet, and Instant Messaging Chats Usage Alerts - Be notified instantly
via email, text message, or phone call when someone visits inappropriate websites.
You can safeguard your child by following these simple steps:
Talking to your child about potential online dangers and teaching them responsible uses of online resources. Keeping the
computer in a common room in the house, not in your child's bedroom. Utilize
parental controls provided by your service provider and/or blocking software. Take time
out of your busy schedule and spend time with your child online. Have them show you thier favorite things to do online.
Make it a fun and comfortable experience. Always maintain access to your child's
on-line account and randomly check for out of the ordinary activity. Find out what computer safeguards are utilized by your child's school, the public library,
and at the homes of your child's friends. These are all places, outside your normal supervision, where your child could be
victimized.
HELPFUL HINTS TO YOUR CHILD'S SAFETY: Remind your child to NEVER: NEVER arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone they met online. NEVER upload (post) pictures of themselves
onto the Internet or online service to people they do not personally know. NEVER give out identifying information such as their
name, home address, school name, or telephone number. NEVER download
pictures from an unknown source. NEVER respond to messages or bulletin board postings that are suggestive, obscene, belligerent, or harassing. And to ALWAYS keep in mind that whatever they are
told online may or may not be true.
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