By following links provided within sites that are included in
TownClick - LaGrange, users will be led to a wide variety of content. While we make every
effort to ensure a safe site, it is not possible for TownClick to examine all external
links or to filter the extensive offerings in search engines.
What can parents do?
There are numerous software programs that attempt to prevent children from visiting
inappropriate sites on the Web. In general, these work by restricting searches on certain
terms or by blocking inappropriate sites from downloading onto your computer. Most
programs are customizable, so parents can make their own choices about what is acceptable.
The leading filtering packages include:
SurfWatch, Cyber
Patrol, Net Nanny, and CYBERsitter.
What else can I do?
Teach your children to use the Internet responsibly. An excellent starting point is Child Safety on the Information
Superhighway, a brochure from the Interactive Services Association that includes a set
of guidelines for parents.
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