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Protect your kids online

#146 | 21:30 |

Lab Rats

Monday November 10, 2008

Andy and Sean take a close look at online safety for kids in episode 146 of Lab Rats. The guys tackle safe searching and parental controls as well as looking at hardware and software solutions designed to keep kids safe online. Meanwhile, Miss Download takes a close look at CyberPatrol, a program designed to give parents an extra degree of control over what kids see and how long kids spend online.

Note to parents and teachers: Some of the humor in this episode is, shall we say, tongue in cheek. Be prepared to either explain or dodge questions.

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Show Notes

- NOTE: www.yummypeoplewhoforgottheirunderpants.com is as yet an unregistered domain. Hurry!

- SafeSearch: for more information on implementing safesearch preferences visit; Google SafeSearch, Yahoo SafeSearch, and etc.

- Windows Vista Parental Controls: use this built-in feature to ensure safe family friendly use of your personal computer.

- Net Nanny: 14 day free trail / $39.99 to purchase.

- SecretSubway Green Box: $150 US (plus $15/month VPN charge).

- Mac OS X Parental Controls: similar to Windows Vista's parental controls. These can be configured easily by following the directions at http://user.training.apple.com/lcmedia/il/tigerNew/tigerNew_t6.html.

- TIP: It's always a good idea to keep your kids' computers in an open area in the house.

- MP: Member of Parliament. An MP is your government representative in Canada's federal government.

- port: is a eletronic entry point through your router's firewall.

- Check out the Zaniac, go to http://www.zanesavage.com/.

- Download of the Week: CyberPatrol Parental Controls - 14 day FREE Trail / $39.95 to purchase.