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  • CYBERsitter, Net Nanny and SurfControl can assist you with filtration of Internet content.

    Significance

    There is a vast array of information available on the Internet. Everything is easy to access and this can have negative effects on adults with harmful addictions or children who are not mature enough to handle certain content.

    Considerations

    According to SurfControl, over 85 percent of unwanted emails have built-in links to malicious websites and the number of malicious websites increased by over 600 percent from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, 77 percent of websites containing malicious codes are actually legitimate websites suffering from hacker infiltration.

    Function

    The purpose of programs like CYBERsitter, Net Nanny and SurfControl is to block web pages that may contain harmful content, image and information. Some of these specific topics may include porn, drugs or violence.

    Features

    In addition to blocking inappropriate web pages, these Internet filtering systems have many features. They record Internet activity, keep track of instant messaging conversations, allow you to place a time limit on Internet access, restrict access to online games based upon the ESRB rating system, and report on social networking profile activity, to name a few.

    Types

    CYBERsitter offers programs for home, school or office. Net Nanny can send filter alerts to your cell phone. SurfControl, now known as Websense, provides filters for both your computer and Internet access on your mobile phone.

    Source:

    CYBERsitter: Features

    Content Watch: Net Nanny 6.0 Provides Internet Safety

    Websense: SurfControl Overview

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