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How to control child's access to AOL Instant Messenger
Posted on 04/18/2002 11:27:10 AM PDT by rudy45
What techniques have parents used to control access to Internet? I have looked at "I am Big Brother." However, it is more of a monitoring package, rather than one that blocks access. What I am interested in is a package that would allow access to (e.g. Instant Messenger) applications only when we allow it (sort of like a timelock). Any suggestions would be welcome. Thanks.
TOPICS: Business/Economy; Culture/Society
KEYWORDS: aol; computer
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:27:11 AM PDT
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rudy45
To: rudy45
I use a system known as "Trust"... seems to work, so far... :0)
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To: Chad Fairbanks
Please give me more details. Web site etc. Thanks.
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:34:24 AM PDT
by
rudy45
To: rudy45
AOL has a system built in for you to control im's. Go to preferences and it allows you to place all kind of restrictions on you childrens AOL, including IM's. Also, they will help you if you need specific instructions.
To: admiralsn
bump for a later read
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:42:45 AM PDT
by
admiralsn
To: rudy45
It's not software, it's just trusting the child... ;0)
To: rudy45
Lock it inside of a safe, in a locked room.
Or put the computer in a very public place.
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:49:46 AM PDT
by
texlok
To: rudy45
Why are you even using AOL?
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:50:50 AM PDT
by
GSWarrior
To: rudy45
What I am interested in is a package that would allow access to (e.g. Instant Messenger) applications only when we allow it (sort of like a timelock). For $49.95 (plus s&h) I would be happy to send you a detailed description of my software/hardware add-on package. Here's a taste of what you'll receive:
Step 1: Move computer into a room not currently occupied by child.
Step 2: Apply lock fixture to door of said room (lock and bracket included for additional $29.95).
Step 3: Allow child access at your discretion.
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:52:28 AM PDT
by
Pistias
To: rudy45
You can use software like Cyber Patrol ( as long as you aren't using windows XP ). What you can do is deny access to the internet for specific time periods, or set up time restrictions on specific programs as well. It also allows you to select "levels" of blocking for sites ( ie Sex: suggestive, explicit, graphic etc. It can be also filter violence, drugs, multiple other topics) Worked pretty well although it was somewhat pricey, especially if you had 2 pc's like I do at home.
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posted on
04/18/2002 11:56:45 AM PDT
by
Kozak
To: Pistias
It depends on what OS you are running. Windows 98 allows for restricting program use using "poledit" to make policies
Windows 2000 allows IP and port filtering from the desktop. SecurityFocus has a how-to on this.
Or you can download zonealarm and deny access out on port 5190 AIM uses or deny the program access to the internet. Any of these will work, but there is a slight learning curve.
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:00:26 PM PDT
by
opticoax
To: rudy45
We don't allow any type of IM program on our computer - especially aol.
Our 12 & 13 yr old are observed every time they're on the internet.
They also aren't allowed unlimited telephone usage and we've blocked
most of our cable channels out.
The internet is not a "right", it's a priveledge.
Good Luck.
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:02:23 PM PDT
by
MudPuppy
To: opticoax
I think the pole edit would fix that kid right up...one or two good whacks ought to do it...
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:05:30 PM PDT
by
Pistias
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To: one_particular_harbour
That's the way we do things here as well.
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:19:51 PM PDT
by
pubmom
To: GSWarrior
AOL and AOL Instant messenger aren't the same thing.
To: rudy45
I wish I knew how to prevent people from Instant Messaging me when I'm working and don't want to be bothered.
To: Kozak
You can use software like Cyber Patrol ( as long as you aren't using windows XP ) I remember CyberPatrol. I got past it when I was 11. It kept blocking me from visting sites like the WorldKids Network and newssites.
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:45:17 PM PDT
by
JediGirl
To: Chad Fairbanks
Highly recommend your application - have used it for years! It works with curfews, television and video games as well.
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posted on
04/18/2002 12:47:30 PM PDT
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Quilla
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