Fight for your family by using monitoring software on your computer.
The computer is a tool that can be used to access valuable resources online. However, it can also be used to access content that may not be appropriate for your family, especially children. You don't want to completely take computer privileges away from your family because you are unable to monitor their every move. You also want to protect your family so they don't become a victim of Internet dangers. To resolve your dilemma, you can use software to monitor all the computers in your house.
Instructions
1. Download and install paid computer monitoring software onto all of the computers in your home. Once installed, you will generally be provided with a website database that you can log into to view browsing history or you can have the browsing history sent to you via e-mail. Available software includes WebWatcher, Spector Pro, Net Nanny, Spy Agent, CyberSitter and Content Protect.
2. Use free software to monitor computers in your home. Software includes Golden Eye, Elite Keylogger, Light Logger and Desktop Shark. The free software works similar to the paid software in that you will be able to view browsing history via a website portal or through e-mail alerts.
3. Set the parental controls on your Internet browser. By doing so, you are able to block content from being viewed on your computer. You will also be able to view the different sites that have been visited on your home computer. The good thing about parental controls is that you will not only see what computer activity is being done, but you can also see who is doing the activity.
To set parental controls on your Internet browser, click on "Tools" and "Internet Options." Select the "Content" tab. Click on "Parental Controls." Click on "Create A New User Account." You will be able to enter a name for the individual as well as control which sites are permitted. To view the individual's activity you can click on the parental control options and click on the individual's profile.
The browsing program Firefox does not have a built-in parental control. However, you can download Glubble as a Firefox add-on to monitor computer activity.
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