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Medium Setting


The information below aims to help parents of children 11 to 14 years of age. This security setting should have some limitations on content, Web sites and activities. Children are more savvy about their Internet experience, however, they still need supervison and monitoring to ensure they are not exposed to inappropriate materials. Children this age also need to understand what personal information should not be given over the Internet.

The links below can help you understand what types of materials are appropriate for this age group and offer steps you can take to help keep kids safe while online.

 

AAP Resources

Keeping Kids Safe in Cyberspace
Steps and actions parents can take to ensure their child's safety on the Internet.

Setting Rules for Internet Use
What information children should, and should not, make available on the Internet.

Safety Tips for Surfing the Internet
Tips to help parents create a safe Internet environment for their children.

Media Matters
Information from the AAP about media and its impact on children's health and safety.

 

 

Links for Parents

Childnet International
A non-profit organization working with others to help make the Internet a fun and safe place for children.

Center for Media and Child Health
Conducts and advances scientific research on the effects of media on young minds and bodies; develops and evaluates clinical interventions; and educates children, parents, and the public on media and their effects on the physical, mental, and social health of all children.

Net Family News
A non-profit news service organization that has reported on all aspects of children's online safety and technology since 1997. All of its coverage is archived free in this site, which is a valuable reference tool. Subscribe to the newsletter: Net Family News.


Links for Kids

2 SMRT 4 U
Tips for avoiding online child predators. Safe social networking for teens. Free ring to remind you to IM and blog smart. Brought to you by U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

NetSmartz
The NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, education safety resource to teach kids and teens how to stay safe on the Internet.

StaySafe.org
Wide range of information on computer, gaming and Internet safety. Materials for kids, teens and parents.

WiredSafety
Learn how to stay safe online and report threats or violations of your privacy.

 

You can also find information specific to your child's Internet Security Settings.

Information for HIGH Security Settings (up to 10 years of age)

Information for LOW Security Settings (15-18 years of age)

SafetyNet Home Page

 

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