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Qustodio
A comprehensive, cross-device software for those who want to receive more detailed reports about
what their kids are doing. Qustodio allows you to set up separate accounts, making it a good choice
for those with multiple children with different safety needs.
5. Know the signs of addiction
If your children act out when you ask them to turn off the computer and they seem withdrawn from
other activities, the computer may be a problem. Know the signs of addiction, and look out for
things like:
Irritability
Dishonesty
Secretive behavior
Isolation
Back pain
Strained vision
Anxiety
Poor academic performance
If you’re concerned that your children may be
suffering from video game or computer
addiction, seek professional help for a proper
evaluation. With all of the risks and dangers out there, it can be tempting to ban your kids from
Internet access entirely. Unfortunately, this will not prepare them for the online world when they are
adults. Addressing the issue of online safety now will help them develop the digital smarts they
need to excel in an increasingly technology-driven world – all while keeping them out of harm’s way.
Don’t forget, it’s good to log off the web as a family every now and again. Teach your kids the value
of the great outdoors and real-life human contact – they might even update their status about it
later!
What do you do to protect your young ones online? Do you have any tips for other parents?
Have a great, safety-conscious day!
About the Author
Christian is the founder and a CEO of Emsisoft, a New Zealand anti-
malware company. For CDM, his aim is to educate our readers with
essential security knowledge, especially in understanding and stopping new
and innovative malware.
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