Internet Safety Tips for Kids

Kids and Internet- Security Tips

Internet educates, positively influences and provides a creative outlet for today’s kids. But internet can be a confusing and dangerous place too.Internet stalkers and predators are taking advantage of families that are not aware of basic internet safety rules.With right precautions we can safeguard our kids. The following tips will guide parent’s to provide a safe browsing world for our kids.

I. Create separate user accounts

a) Create limited access User Accounts for Kids.

b) Never give administrator privilege for kids.

II. Use age appropriate browsers

a) Use Kid browsers like KidZui, Buddy browser etc.

b) Adjust web browser security settings

III. Block/filter contents – Age wise

a) Use parental control feature in Windows 7, Vista & XP

b) Use software’s like Windows Live Family Safety, K9 Kid protection etc

IV. Set download Limit for kids

a) Use router with QoS capability

b) Use software’s like KidsWatch, PC Time Limit etc. Continue reading

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They Will Always Keep These Favorite Kid Gifts

We all know that when a baby is born, any personalized gifts that are received will be cherished for years to come. It becomes more challenging to purchase items that hold a similar value as children age. However, there are those special gifts for kids that become keepsakes, just like personalized kids gifts, that will be treasured in adulthood after many years of use. The key is to find those favorite kid gifts.

FOR GIRLS

- A baby doll is a sure hit for two to six year olds. There are lifelike and interactive dolls available today. Even a typical baby doll could become the closest companion for a younger girl. The same is true for stuffed animals. When my sister was about four years old, she forgot her stuffed duck named “Ducky” at a hotel. We had to turn around to go pick it up after we left and had already driven about 200 miles. This is a perfect example of how important stuffed animals can be to a young child.

- For girls aged three to eight, consider a dollhouse. There are so many miniature pieces of furniture to choose from today that the possibilities are endless for decorating. In fact, some adults have made a hobby out of decorating dollhouses! Just think you may be introducing her to her very first hobby! Continue reading

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