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Home computer users now have a reference manual for internet safety and cybercrime prevention. This book highlights the parallel of real world crime, individual rights and responsibilities related to the computer, internet and electronic devices including child predators, cyberbullying, fraud, harassment, identity theft, infectors, intellectual property violations, intrusion, legislation, malware, marketing, privacy, spam and reporting cybercrime. It emphasizes that national policies and laws should not only be blind to the tool used to commit the crime but should be formulated to fairly balance the privacy, respect, responsibilities, rights and safety of each individual. Paperback 6x9 240pp ISBN 9781435711594 LCCN 2008901898 (Also available as an ebook with active links and bookmarks ISBN 9780978847849) ... Read more

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Offering more than 100 new pages of listings and more than 1,200 health and safety websites, discussion groups, terms, and newsgroups, this reference helps readers increase their awareness of safety resources on the Internet and allows them to find exactly what they need quickly and without the help of search engines. ... Read more

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This comprehensive multimedia handbook is designedspecifically to help teach kids to use the Internet and web resourcessafely and effectively. School media specialists, children and youthlibrarians, teachers, home schoolers, parents, and caregivers-–even those with no prior knowledge --can quickly get up to speedand use these resources, lesson plans, and ideas to challenge studentsand enhance teaching and learning. Internet basics; browsers, e-mail,chat rooms, virtual libraries; search engines and subject trees;sound, streaming video, and other Web media; Web safety, resources andmore are covered is this user-friendly CD-ROM and book package. Theaccompanying CD-ROM contains links with annotations to sites coveredin the book and hundreds of additional sites carefully selected andorganized by subject. Whether you are using the web with children orteens, for education or recreation, here is the tool you will want tokeep at your side. ... Read more

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A Must-Have Book for Teachers, Librarians & Parents
Connecting Kids and the Web is a valuable new resource for children as well as adults.All chapters are well written and provide valuable information.The author translates usually intimidating computer jargon into easy-to-understand English.The step-by-step instructions will make even the novice comfortable navigating web sites.The numerous new resources and information provided in this book is beneficial from academia to at-home entertainment.The CD-ROM that's included is an added bonus! The variety found in this handbook, along with the simplicity of use, will prove helpful to children and adults of all ages. This book will be an added mainstay next to my computer.

No need to re-invent the wheel.
If you work with children of any age, this volume is the perfect guide for teaching the Internet.It is packed with activities and is organized in a very easy-to-follow format. It also includessnapshot illustrations to walk you through the various sample web searches/activities.The grade levels for the activities are indicated making it easy for you to pick the appropriate age-level activity. Highly recommended for public librarians (children's & young adult), teachers, homeschoolers. ... Read more

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A DRM free eBook.

# Internet Safety For Your Kids

* Caught in the Middle

* What Are Some of the Dangers?
* Should You Violate Your Child's Privacy?
* Phishing and Your Child
* What Kind of eMail Is Coming to Your child?
* About Firewalls and FreeSoftware
* About Abduction
* What About International Abduction?
* Know Who Your Kids Are Online With
* Know Who You Should Contact
* Chatrooms, Social Sites and Your Child
* Case Studies
* What Solutions Are Available
* What To Teach Your Kids About the Internet
* Resources ... Read more

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The internet is an amazing technological feat - and the beneficiaries of this technology are undoubtedly our children. They will have an easier time doing their research for school, since information is easy to retrieve online. They can buy the books they need if their local libraries don't have them. They can learn through all means possible.

These benefits, however, come with their own risks, and we as parents are caught in the middle of a war between free speech and censorship. While there are thousands of students who benefit from the knowledge offered by the Internet, there are also thousands more who become victims of predators, such as credit card thieves or worse, pedophiles. While there are thousands of students in developing countries who find their minds opened constantly by their exposure to new mindsets and cultures, there are thousands more who find themselves duped by once trustworthy people online.

If you have a child who uses the Internet constantly, then you may want to take note of the advantages and disadvantages explained in this book to better monitor your child’s Internet use.
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Child Safety on the Internet is designed to help parents make sure their children can use the Internet appropriately. It offers guidance on explaining the Internet to children--both its good and bad sites. The CD-ROM contains a free copy of the Netscape Navigator 2.0 Web browser, with direct "hot page" links that provide up-to-date information on protecting children online. ... Read more

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OK, but there is better
This book is OK,but spends too much time on the problem and NO time on the solution. I found "Life and Death on the Internet" by Keith A. Schroeder to be a more practical book and a better value.Mr. Schroeder even gives his e-mail address in the book to help people with unique situations.The Netscape Navigator provided with this book is outdated.Besides, you can get a free copy from the Netscape Website.

My recommendation, pass on this book and get "Life and Death on the Internet".

A good book to have, if you have a computer and children.
It is important that your children know who they can talk to and where they can go and where they can't in the real world and this is equally true in cyberspace. This book gives parents a guide in educating their children on how to be safe while on line. ... Read more

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Hardcover 6x9 - A basic explanation of internet safety and cybercrime for middle school students. Topics include: Computer Infectors, Computer Security, Fraud, Hoaxes, Lies, Manners, Online Safety, Parents and Adults, Piracy, Privacy, Respect and the Law, Strangers, Secrets, Spam, and Usernames and Passwords. ISBN 978-1-4116-6698-6 ... Read more

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too late for many kids, too unattractive for others
The book is an easy read. Though in the suggested age range of the audience, 9-12, I wonder how many will actually bother to do so. Having observed kids of that age fluidly use the computer for browsing, email and Instant Messaging, I have the nagging feeling that this book is largely irrelevant to most of them.

In some ways, and perhaps inadvertantly, the book reflects a generation gap. Many children in the US have never known a world without computers and the Web. Also, children are tending to go on the Internet at earlier than 9. And not just at home, where parents can try to restrict their activities. But also at school and public libraries. The book tends to underestimate their experience levels.

Frankly, by the time a child is 9, which is the earliest recommended age for the book, much of its advice is tedious or redundant. Take for example usernames and passwords. The book devotes several pages to explaining what these are. Too late. Many 9 year olds already have usernames and passwords, and have had these for several years. I can readily envisage eye-rolling if a teacher passes this book around class, and starts reading these passages.

Granted, there will indeed be students who lack much or any computer experience. So perhaps for them, the book has merit. But there is another problem. To the extent that this lack of experience reflects a lower IQ or attention span, the book is unlikely to garner their attention. The book is 100% text. Strictly black and white. Not a single illustration. Those students will not tend to be grabbed by the book. It is not a coincidence that when you go to a bookstore and look at kids books, that so many are lavishly illustrated. All the more so with textbooks, because those face a harder problem than fiction, in holding the reader's attention.

The large publishers of kids books know this, and go to considerable expense to gin up their books with lots of colour figures. Because they have found, for competitive reasons, that they must do so. The publisher of this particular book, Lulu Press, perhaps lacks those resources. ... Read more

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Your Official America Online® Guide to Internet Safety Includes Quick Start of Safety Tips You Should Know AOL® Makes It Easy to Stay Safe Online At America Online, your privacy is one of our top priorities. We want you — and your children — to feel safe and comfortable while using the AOL service and the Internet. This valuable guide is packed with tools and practices designed to help you explore the internet with confidence and protect your privacy, money, computer, and kids. Open the book and discover how to:

• Maintain your safety and privacy while online by applying good judgment and following helpful tips
• Configure AOL's online Parental Controls and other filtering software, and understand what they will and won't block
• Chat safely with friends and family using "AOL Instant Messenger"sm
• Use proper newsgroup, forum, and e-mail netiquette
• Fight junk e-mail and report objectionable conduct in chat rooms and when instant messaging
• Avoid online scams — and learn what to do if you're approached
• Minimize your risk when using credit cards online
• Avoid computer viruses with antivirus software — and learn what to do if you suspect your computer's infected
• Create a safe-surfing checklist and a parent-child contract for Internet usage

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Very preachy
This book has a grand purpose, but I'm not sure it's the best resource out there. It starts out with an eye-opening introduction and then goes into a chapter on what is the Internet. Unfortunately, it explains it in very simplified and generalized terms. The next chapter explains the dangers present, which is useful information. The third tells what not to do when surfing on the Internet, and the last tells what one should do on the Internet to ensure a positive experience. Unfortunately, the book's tone gears it toward a younger audience than it appears to be made for. Few elementary students would pick up a non-fiction chapter book that sounds like it was written for their first-grade siblings. They would probably also be turned off by the pictures of computers which look like they've been around since the 80's. I would recommend a book that covers this topic in more depth and with less of a preachy tone. ... Read more

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Provides an introduction to the Internet and E-mail and how to use it safely. ... Read more

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great book to teach internet saftey.
My son whom we homeschool wanted to learn more about computers.We found this book at the library.He is 7 and this was a easy book for him to understand.It taught him lots of internet terms.There is a question and activity page at the end that requires internet access.He enjoyed doing the activites with his dad. ... Read more

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This handbook covers all key course content including viruses, malicious software, other internet threats, internet defences and legal issues. It includes screenshots of best safe practice in each area, practical tasks, references to useful websites and targeted advice on assessment preparation. It is an ideal reference tool for all secondary students. ... Read more

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Learn what you need to know about foodborne illness—from comprehensive Web sites!

“An estimated 76 million illnesses, 323,914 hospitalizations, and 5,194 deaths are attributed to foodborne illness in the United States each year.”—2001 FDA Food Code. The Internet Guide to Food Safety and Security puts a wealth of food safety and security information at your fingertips. This comprehensive compilation of annotated links goes beyond simple listing of Web addresses to tell you which sites have original content, what sites hold specific safety and security information you may be searching for, and how to find all types of vital information you need to prevent foodborne illness and disease to stay healthy. Easy-to-use, thorough, and accurate, this guide to the Internet will become your all-in-one source for food and health information.

The Internet Guide to Food Safety and Security not only extensively lists food and health Web sites, it gives you the tools you need to find information on all types of foodborne illness, food handling concerns, and other disease and health issues. From how to decipher Web site addresses and evaluate Web content, to guiding you to the best available consumer, medical, government, and military search engines, to an authoritative list of health information Web sites themselves, this book is a valuable one-stop resource for all your food health concerns. Along with a helpful bibliography and glossary, the author provides tables, screen captures, and illustrations for clarity and direction.

The Internet Guide to Food Safety and Security presents thorough and comprehensive Web listings for:

• Internet search engines and directories
  
• naturally occurring dangerous organisms
  
• bioterrorism threats
  
• pesticides
  
• disease control and prevention
  
• government links for food, safety, and nutrition information
  
• travel concerns
  
• government food regulations, standards, and legislation
  
• food and water safety during disasters
  
• sanitation issues
  
• hot topics such as bird flu and mad cow disease
  
• food allergies
  
• chemical contamination
  
• parasites
  
• food safety during pregnancy
  
• food additives and preservatives
  
• resources for food advisories, recalls, and warnings
  
• carcinogens
  
• food irradiation
  
• genetic engineering and genetically modified (GM) foods
  
• labeling, packaging, and storage
  
• takeout foods and restaurant food safety evaluation
  
• lists of food safety organizations and societies
  
  

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Internet guide
Tried a number of the sites suggested.Several sites were no longer in existence.Gave up on the book. ... Read more

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(Workbook & Resource Guide, Rules 'N Tools® Booklet, 2 disc DVD Teaching Series) - The Program Kit delivers the complete Program, all of the key Internet safety components parents, educators and other caring adults need, in one place. - DVD Teaching Series includes 2 hours and 17 minutes of compelling content shot in high-definition film. Three filmed live teaching presentations by EIE President and Internet safety expert Donna Rice Hughes with audience participation that cover the core dangers of pornography, predators and related dangers to the Web 2.0.- Safety 101 - EIE President Donna Rice Hughes leads you through the technical and non-technical basics (Rules N Tools®) needed to protect children online.- Poignant true stories, savvy dialogues and exclusive footage from law enforcement officers, victims, clinicians, a sexual predator, parents, kids and respected industry leaders are woven into this four-part filmed presentation.- Special DVD Features include industry and partner tutorials, PSAs, video vignettes and more.- The Workbook complements and expands upon the Internet Safety 101SM DVD, and serves as a reference tool for all of the information covered in the Internet Safety DVD. The first half of the 245 page Guide follows the layout of the DVD and includes segment goals, a follow-along/quick-read section, discussion questions, segment quizzes, and key information related to identifying warning signs related to online dangers.- The Appendix and Resource Guide include information about the 101 Program, the Rules N Tools® Safety Guidelines, Checklist, Parent s Pledge, Parent Buddy Check, Youth Pledge, and Age-Based Guidelines, along with a Glossary of Terms, acronyms, resource center guides, guides on tools available, including filtering, monitoring and other parental controls, video game resources, phone devices for young users, and information from our partners and sponsors. - The 30-page Rules N Tools® Booklet covers the essential technical and non-technical safety basics you need to know to protect children from online dangers, including Rules N Tools® Safety Guidelines, Checklist, Parent s Pledge, Parent Buddy Check, Youth Pledge, and Age-Based Guidelines, a Glossary of Terms and acronyms to know included in Appendix A of the workbook. Enough Is Enough recommends using the Rules N Tools® Booklet in conjunction with the Internet Safety 101SM DVD Program. ... Read more

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A Terrific How To on Protecting Kids Online
This is a terrific "how to" on protecting your kids on line. When I was asked by my son's school to address fellow parents on how to help our kids safely use the Internet, fortunately I found this most useful and informative program. It is divided into chapters with video and instructional guides -- its Rules N Tools alone are worth the price -- and dealt with everything from pornography, predators, cyberbullies, and identity protection, to things I had no clue about, such as the concerns relating to gaming and mobile devices, and social networking sites. I highly recommend it, and am confident you and your fellow parents will get as much out of this most helpful, and useable, guide for educating and protecting you and your's on-line.

A must have if you are a parent or educator to protect kids online!
This provides comprehensive information about protecting kids online.So many parents have no idea of the dangers that kids face--this educates them to protect their kids from pornography, predators, cyberbullies and threats relating to mobile devices, gaming devices and social networking sites.We initially purchased this item, but, because we wanted to also use this in our community as facilitators, purchased the Facilitator's Edition as well.But, anyone can use even this item for individual use, with their neighborhood or community group, PTA meetings, etc.The DVD content is so compelling, it can be watched like a feature film.When I show even portions of it to parents, they tell me that they want to start a conversation with their kids about online safety at that very moment.The testimonies and teaching are top-notch.I really believe if you view this, you will be much better able to protect your kids, have discussions, utilize technology and parental controls and set protective boundaries for your kids as they learn and live online! ... Read more

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Dating 911 is based on real-life interviews and experiences in internet dating.Written by a career police chief, it offers solid tips on what to do - and what not to do, when meeting someone online. If you, or anyone you know, is involved in computer match making - THIS IS THE BOOK TO READ.In the post 9-11 world, everyone needs to be made aware of the dangers that lurk within their own online experiences.From identity theft, to personal safety, this book covers all aspects of meeting someone on the internet, and doing it safely.Written in an entertaining and easily readable format, you will learn the tricks of the trade. "Police Notes" are added at the end of every chapter to concisely summarize the key points that the reader needs. Get into the mind of the cyber-net addict and how the world of internet relationships can be dangerous and compulsive.This cyber-cop tells all about his own personal experiences and how to avoid the pitfalls of the online-world. ... Read more

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Internet Dating: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly!
Through his humor and honesty he explains the pitfalls and excitement of internet dating. His truthful and real life experiences will make you laugh and cry. He warns us of the hazards, and puts us in situations that could happen to anyone. Nagy's experience as a retired Police Chief along with his extensive research made this book more informative than any others that I have read on the subject. Great book!

A "MUST READ" for protecting your children
Being a parent in today's "high tech" environment is tough enough! Being aware of the potential harm your child faces out on the "information highway" is essential. DATING 911 isn't just for those "looking for love" but is a book about communication on the internet...SMART COMMUNICATION! If you or your child are not aware of the potential pitfalls of exploring the internet then this book is a MUST READ! Great information on "what to" and "what not to do" when your surfing around on the computer. Covers all communication types and pointers to avoid "identity theft" or "theft of your personal life" from today's would be "high tech criminals"!

Great Book
I have personally read this book and recommend it for all singles out there in the dating scene.It really has very good info on how not to be conned on the internet.

Dating 911: The Ultimate Guide to Internet Dating Safety
Excellent source of information for those who wander into the world of Internet Dating.After reading this book you will have a greater understanding as to the do's and don'ts and to protect yourself both physically and financially.Thje author uses his personal inside knowledge of law enforcement coupled with his own on line dating to paint an excellent picture of today's environment.

Recommended reading.

GREAT BOOK!
I found this book to be very helpful with lots of great advise. It's good for anyone - parents of teens that chat online, teens themselves, adults of all ages, people just starting to get into online dating/chat and people who have been using the internet for years. I recommend this to anyone interested in dating/chatting online. ... Read more

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"MySpace Safety: 51 Tips for Teens and Parents" provides teens and parents with a common sense approach for using MySpace.com. The authors provide specific methods to minimize the risk that comes with having a MySpace.com account. Each element of personal information requested by MySpace is analyzed to determine how the data is used. The safety tips describe where information entered into MySpace is displayed, and show how the information might be used by a person with malicious intentions. The book then provides recommendations on the actions a MySpace user should take with respect to the requested information, to minimize risk.The book can also be applied as a user's manual for MySpace.com, since to define areas of risk and appropriate responses for safety the authors investigated and documented all facets and features of the MySpace.com site.The 51 safety tips describe how to:- prepare for opening a MySpace.com account- enter the information required to join MySpace.com- configure "profile" information tabs- make and respond to MySpace friend requests- manage contacts from the MySpace "extended network"- eliminate unwanted contact from strangers- avoid profile invasion, spyware, and phishing scams- report inappropriate content and other problems to MySpace.com- close a MySpace.com accountThe book also includes programming script code that disables some MySpace options that allow strangers to track the actions of teens without the teens having any awareness that this is happening.While the book specifically addresses MySpace.com, its lessons can be applied to any social networking site, to a person's blog, or to other places where a teen may establish an online presence. ... Read more

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Worth considering if safety is your main interest
This book is written (obviously) from a purely safety perspective. While not entirely alarmist, the authors present guidance on using MySpace from the standpoint of minimizing the risk of contact from members with "malicious" intent. Minimizing that risk is not just about minimizing visibility on MySpace, so there are warnings and advice throughout the book as it steps through the process of signing up and using MySpace.

Notably, the authors' philosophy on parenting teens using MySpace is to get to know their world to be able to advise them appropriately:

"What's an appropriate response for parents? To get accustomed to the new world...learn about and teach your teens about the risks, and ideally to enjoy participating with them in this new form of interaction that has become normal for [this] generation."

The book is intended to be a "user's manual" with "specific warnings about MySpace dangers and specific methods to minimize the risk that comes with having a [...] account." As the book moves from introduction to setting up an account and modifying account settings, to using MySpace, there are numbered "Safety Tip" sections after discussions of each feature, giving the authors' recommendations.

While the book is well written, it speaks primarily to the parent reader, occasionally stepping aside to address teens. While the discussion and tips are good, the focus is so narrow it is easy to begin relegating the whole book to paranoia. I think the better choice of books would be MySpace Unraveled. Although in some areas this book has more information, it is more dated, and lacks screenshots. Still, it is worthy of consideration, especially if your main concern is the safety issue on MySpace.

Great safety guide for parents of Internet-generation teens...
While parents may have a hard time getting their teenagers to read the safety guides as they are much more interested in reading the most recent posts on their friends' blogs, Kevin and Dale's book is a comprehensive guide for parents who =need= to know how MySpace works and how their children are using it.As a talking tool and a resource for parents, the book is right on, particularly useful for parents who are not especially tech-saavy.The specific ways to avoid being tracked, examples of ways MySpace can be used appropiately and also how information can be misused and even put your children in danger, are all incredibly valuable and written in an easy, accessible manner.

All parents of internet-generation teens should have a copy!

Good place to start "the talk"...
I recently received a copy of the book MySpace Safety: 51 Tips for Teens and Parents by Kevin Farnham and Dale Farnham.Since I have two teens (and I'm their parent), I thought it might be interesting to see what they had to say.As a means for some common ground discussion (and to help educate the adult side), this works pretty well.

Contents: Introduction; Get Ready For MySpace; Joining MySpace; Setting Up Your Account; Your Profile; MySpace Friends; The Extended Network; Group Interaction; Scripted Safety; Abuse; Leaving MySpace; Afterword; Resources; Order This Book

This appears to be a self-published book that focuses on the MySpace social networking site.The main thrust is to educate parents and teens on how they can be active in MySpace without taking unnecessary risks to expose themselves to predators or identity thieves.The material is presented in (as the title states) 51 safety tips on what you need to know about MySpace when it comes to personal information.The authors have combined the safety tips with a small amount of "how to" information that will help the MySpace newbie get up to speed on the features, as well as helping them to avoid initial mistakes that might be hard to fix later on.The writing is pretty clear and understandable for both adults and teens, so really anyone with decent reading skills should be able to use this guide effectively to understand what's at stake.

Realistically, most techies who spend a lot of time online will not find many new revelations here.There's a lot of emphasis on not giving out information that could be used to allow others to narrow down your location and such.But that's not, in my opinion, a drawback.The value in this book is to give you (as the parent/adult) and your kid a framework for discussing important online safety issues.The clueless parent who knows nothing of MySpace except what is reported on the news will learn that all MySpace members are not potential threats (as the media often portrays).The teen (if you can get them to read the book) will at least be presented with the basic privacy tools to allow them to have fun but not risk falling prey to predators.Since teens already know everything there is to know (just ask them!), they might not take this as seriously as you'd like them to.But if they remember just enough to get that twinge of "something's not right", then you've done well...

So...if you think your child will willingly follow all the steps in the book, dream on.But if you've wanted to instill some sense of online privacy in them and you don't know how, this could well be the place to start...

Comprehensive guide for parents
In this book, authors Kevin and Dale Farnham--whose daughter was one of the original members of myspace.com--have created a comprehensive guide to the entire MySpace web domain.In addition to offering specific safety tips, the authors guide the reader step-by-step through each facet of myspace.com.For parents, this is an excellent overview of the site, and the book will likely increase their awareness of MySpace's various functions, settings, and possible risks for their children.

The other intended audience is the teens themselves; unfortunately, I believe that most teens will have little interest in what the authors have to say.The majority of the recommendations which the Farnhams make stem from the basic advisement not to reveal personal information over the internet, including on myspace.com personal pages.The Farnhams do an adequate job of describing the reasons for this caution, but I don't think that they will be able to pursuade most teens.For example, they highly discourage teens from revealing where they go to school, a basic fact which I believe the average teenager would readily share despite any precautions.

Still, I agree with the basic tenet that the best way to keep kids safe is for parents to be well-informed.Therefore, I do recommend this book for parents of teens who are already or who plan to become MySpace users, as it is an excellent means for parents to thoroughly acquaint themselves with this particular online phenomenom. ... Read more

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Summary of a workshop from the Committee to study tools and strategies for protecting kids from pornography and their applicability to other inappropriate internet content. Softcover. ... Read more