Make internet accessible to your child - Kids Coping with Deployment

nimis · 05-05-2009, 09:44 AM

I would like to keep tabs on my teenaged daughter’s internet access. As a teenager she is curious and eager to know about many things, which are not right for her age. I cannot exercise direct authority on her as this leads to friction between us. How can I keep a watch without her coming to know about it?

Songtan Sally · 05-05-2009, 09:47 AM

Download and install a key stroke logger. That way you will have a record of everything that she inputs into the computer.

And what the hell? You can't exercise direct authority on YOUR CHILD? **** friction; you're the mom. Someone has to be in charge!!

*skittles* · 05-05-2009, 09:50 AM

I don't believe in spying, but if I had kids I would install a key stroker and inform them that one was on the computer.

Larissa · 05-05-2009, 09:53 AM

As a teenager, I would never trust my parents again if they felt the need to keep a log of everything I typed on the computer. I would at least tell her you're doing it, and not surprise her with it.

himis · 05-05-2009, 05:38 PM

Log on to www.kidsemail.org. The site has answers to your problem. With KidsEmail.org you can ensure your children are only receiving contact from approved people and that they are only sending approved information to others. One of the features on the site will enable all emails of your ward to be routed through you. The other features at kidsemail.org will enable you keep a complete check your child.

*skittles* · 05-05-2009, 05:42 PM

Himis is replying to nimis?

both have one post.

ok.

TaraB · 05-05-2009, 05:46 PM

Originally Posted by *skittles*

Himis is replying to nimis?

both have one post.

ok.

I was wondering about that too.

Songtan Sally · 05-05-2009, 06:28 PM

Veeerrrrrrrrrrrrry interesting!

MS234755 · 05-05-2009, 06:34 PM

Originally Posted by Songtan Sally

Download and install a key stroke logger. That way you will have a record of everything that she inputs into the computer.

And what the hell? You can't exercise direct authority on YOUR CHILD? **** friction; you're the mom. Someone has to be in charge!!

this is something my own sister asked me about her kids (not the computer, but exerting control). now, there is a possibility of being too controlling, but i dont think the internet lands is somewhere where that can happen. you are her MOTHER, NOT her friend. when she is older, if you have taught her correctly, she will come to love you for it, and then you will be friends (cue sappy music and a picture of my mom here). i hate causing problems too, but do not let her. you are the mom, your rules. no questions. no discussion, no friction. and yes, tell her you are watching her computer use. if she abuses it in ANY way, get her off of it.

Anthonysgiffance · 05-05-2009, 10:31 PM

Key strokers are a little harsh I think. I would just keep the computer in a central location, like near the kitchen. Google Frontline and look for a documentary called "Growing up Online". You'll find a lot of great info there.

05-05-2009, 09:44 AM	#1 (permalink)
nimis Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 0% Longevity: 9%	Make internet accessible to your child I would like to keep tabs on my teenaged daughter’s internet access. As a teenager she is curious and eager to know about many things, which are not right for her age. I cannot exercise direct authority on her as this leads to friction between us. How can I keep a watch without her coming to know about it?

05-05-2009, 09:47 AM	#2 (permalink)
Songtan Sally I'm an enlisted 6-star General, Air Coast Force Guard Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: South Korea, Osan AB Posts: 9,582 Blog Entries: 2 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 90% Longevity: 22%	Download and install a key stroke logger. That way you will have a record of everything that she inputs into the computer. And what the hell? You can't exercise direct authority on YOUR CHILD? **** friction; you're the mom. Someone has to be in charge!! __________________ "You are taking it wrong and in a whole other direction. When someone looks at you and hate the way you look and shoot you that’s illiterate. When someone hurts your feelings and your in turn try to get revenge in an unlawful matter that’s illiterate. Got me now?"From http://www.urlesque.com/2009/11/12/f...&chzpost=30826, #5 Darwin Fail.

05-05-2009, 06:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
Songtan Sally I'm an enlisted 6-star General, Air Coast Force Guard Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: South Korea, Osan AB Posts: 9,582 Blog Entries: 2 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 90% Longevity: 22%	Veeerrrrrrrrrrrrry interesting! __________________ "You are taking it wrong and in a whole other direction. When someone looks at you and hate the way you look and shoot you that’s illiterate. When someone hurts your feelings and your in turn try to get revenge in an unlawful matter that’s illiterate. Got me now?"From http://www.urlesque.com/2009/11/12/f...&chzpost=30826, #5 Darwin Fail.

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05-05-2009, 09:50 AM	#3 (permalink)
skittles MilitarySOS Jewel Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 2,506 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 92% Longevity: 11%	I don't believe in spying, but if I had kids I would install a key stroker and inform them that one was on the computer.

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Larissa Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Harrisburg,Pa Posts: 7,816 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 58% Longevity: 34%	As a teenager, I would never trust my parents again if they felt the need to keep a log of everything I typed on the computer. I would at least tell her you're doing it, and not surprise her with it.

05-05-2009, 05:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
himis Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 0% Longevity: 9%	Log on to www.kidsemail.org. The site has answers to your problem. With KidsEmail.org you can ensure your children are only receiving contact from approved people and that they are only sending approved information to others. One of the features on the site will enable all emails of your ward to be routed through you. The other features at kidsemail.org will enable you keep a complete check your child.

05-05-2009, 05:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
skittles MilitarySOS Jewel Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 2,506 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 92% Longevity: 11%	Himis is replying to nimis? both have one post. ok.

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Anthonysgiffance Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 14 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 0% Longevity: 9%	Key strokers are a little harsh I think. I would just keep the computer in a central location, like near the kitchen. Google Frontline and look for a documentary called "Growing up Online". You'll find a lot of great info there.