Internet Safety at Home
Privacy, Safety and Best Practices
Tip # 1 - Keep Home Technology Use in Public Areas
- Have a "charging station" for phones and tablets
- Create a workstation for laptops and desktops
- Keep power cords plugged into wall, so computers have to "Come Home" to charge and be used.
Tip # 2 - Create Separate User Accounts for Kids
- Makes it easier to track use
- Restrict user to prevent installation of software, or changing of settings
- Prevents YOU getting locked out of the device
Creating a User Account in Windows 7
Tip #3 - Be Informed
Take advantage of various resources to keep abreast of current trends in Technology and Media
Tip #4 - Know What Your Kids are Doing
- Talking Works Well!
- Know Your Kid's Passwords
- Keep your OWN Passwords Private!
- Use Internet Tracking/Filtering Software IF NEEDED
Not So Free:
Tip #5 - Keep Your Home Network Secure
- Encrypt Your Home Network
- CHANGE YOUR HOME NETWORK SSID
- Change Your Default Network Administration Passwords
- NEVER click pop-ups
Securing Your Home Network - StaySafeOnline.org