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Friday, January 25, 2008

Vista Parental controls

Vista Parental Controls let u decide how ur children use the PC. U can use Parental Controls to set the time limit that ur kid(s) can use the computer, the types of games they can play, the internet websites they can visit, and programs they can run.
By setting time limits on ur kid's computer, u prevent them from logging on during certain hours. U can set different log on hours for every day of the week. If they are logged on when their alloted time ends, they will be automatically logged off.
U can also control the games ur kids will be allowed to play. U can control access to games, choose an age rating level, choose the types of content you want to block, and decide whether you want to allow or block specific games.
U can restrict websites ur kids visit, check age rating, indicate whether they'll be allowed to download files, and set up filters to block and allow content. U can even block or allow specific websites. Additionally, u can prevent your kids from running specific applications on their PCs.
And finally, u can setup activity report so you can track what they are doing when using their PCs.
1. To run Parental Controls click Start and type Parental Control on search box.
Note that that u must set a password for accounts with admistrative privilege to prevent others for turning Parental Control off.
2. Create an acount if it has not been created.
3. Turn Parental Controls on.
4. Select whether or not u wanr an activity report.
5. On Windows Setting, select the controls for Internet, time limits, games and programs allow.
Will ur kids be upset about their settings? They might, especially teenagers, but as parents, it's our responsibility to make sure they stay safe while using a computer. Will they be able to hack the controls? When there is a will, there's a way. You should never rely solely on the software...check and know what they are doing.

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